First published: Tue Aug 08 2017(Updated: )
A use-after-free vulnerability can occur when the layer manager is freed too early when rendering specific SVG content, resulting in a potentially exploitable crash.
Credit: security@mozilla.org
Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
---|---|---|
Firefox | <55 | 55 |
Firefox | <55.0 |
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(Found alongside the following vulnerabilities)
CVE-2017-7806 is classified as a high severity vulnerability that can lead to a potential crash.
To fix CVE-2017-7806, update Mozilla Firefox to version 55.0 or later.
CVE-2017-7806 is a use-after-free vulnerability that affects the layer manager when rendering SVG content.
CVE-2017-7806 affects Mozilla Firefox versions prior to 55.0.
Yes, CVE-2017-7806 can potentially be exploited remotely leading to application crashes.