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CVE-2018-5100: Use After Free

First published: Tue Jan 23 2018(Updated: )

A use-after-free vulnerability can occur when arguments passed to the "IsPotentiallyScrollable" function are freed while still in use by scripts. This results in a potentially exploitable crash. This vulnerability affects Firefox < 58.

Credit: security@mozilla.org security@mozilla.org

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Mozilla Firefox<58
58
Mozilla Firefox<=57.0.4
Canonical Ubuntu Linux=14.04
Canonical Ubuntu Linux=16.04
Canonical Ubuntu Linux=17.10
debian/firefox
131.0.2-2

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is CVE-2018-5100?

    CVE-2018-5100 is a use-after-free vulnerability in Firefox < 58 that can lead to a potentially exploitable crash.

  • How does CVE-2018-5100 affect Firefox?

    CVE-2018-5100 affects Firefox versions prior to 58.

  • What is the severity of CVE-2018-5100?

    CVE-2018-5100 has a severity value of 7, which is considered high.

  • How can I fix CVE-2018-5100?

    To fix CVE-2018-5100, update your Firefox browser to version 58 or later.

  • Where can I find more information about CVE-2018-5100?

    You can find more information about CVE-2018-5100 on the Mozilla security advisories page.

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