CVE-2017-5471: Buffer Overflow
Memory safety bugs were reported in Firefox 53. Some of these bugs showed evidence of memory corruption and we presume that with enough effort that some of these could be exploited to run arbitrary code. This vulnerability affects Firefox < 54.
Other sources
Mozilla developers and community members Mats Palmgren, Philipp, Byron Campen, Christian Holler, Gary Kwong, Benjamin Bouvier, Bob Clary, Jon Coppeard, and Michael Layzell reported memory safety bugs present in Firefox 53. Some of these bugs showed evidence of memory corruption and we presume that with enough effort that some of these could be exploited to run arbitrary code.
Affected Software
Event History
Peer vulnerabilities
Found alongside the following vulnerabilities.
- CVE-2017-5472
- CVE-2017-7749
- CVE-2017-7750
- CVE-2017-7751
- CVE-2017-7752
- CVE-2017-7754
- CVE-2017-7755
- CVE-2017-7756
- CVE-2017-7757
- CVE-2017-7778
- CVE-2017-7758
- CVE-2017-7759
- CVE-2017-7760
- CVE-2017-7761
- CVE-2017-7762
- CVE-2017-7763
- CVE-2017-7764
- CVE-2017-7765
- CVE-2017-7766
- CVE-2017-7767
- CVE-2017-7768
- CVE-2017-7770
- CVE-2017-5471
- CVE-2017-5470
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2017-5471?
CVE-2017-5471 is considered a high severity vulnerability due to its potential for memory corruption and arbitrary code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2017-5471?
To fix CVE-2017-5471, you should update your Firefox browser to version 54 or later.
Which versions of Firefox are affected by CVE-2017-5471?
CVE-2017-5471 affects all versions of Firefox prior to 54.
Can CVE-2017-5471 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2017-5471 can potentially be exploited remotely if a user visits a malicious web page.
What are the potential consequences of CVE-2017-5471?
The potential consequences of CVE-2017-5471 include arbitrary code execution, which could lead to system compromise.