CVE-2020-12389: Input Validation

Published May 5, 2020
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Updated

The Firefox content processes did not sufficiently lockdown access control which could result in a sandbox escape.Note: this issue only affects Firefox on Windows operating systems.

Other sources

The Firefox content processes did not sufficiently lockdown access control which could result in a sandbox escape. Note: this issue only affects Firefox on Windows operating systems.. This vulnerability affects Firefox ESR < 68.8 and Firefox < 76.

Affected Software

5 affected componentsFixes available
Mozilla Firefox<76
76
Mozilla Firefox ESR<68.8
68.8
Mozilla Firefox<76.0
Mozilla Firefox ESR<68.8.0
Microsoft Windows

Event History

May 5, 2020
CVE Published
12:00 AM
May 26, 2020
CVE Published
via MITRE·05:03 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·05:03 PM
DescriptionWeakness

Parent advisories

This vulnerability appears in the following advisories.

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2020-12389?

CVE-2020-12389 is classified as a medium severity vulnerability.

2

How do I fix CVE-2020-12389?

To fix CVE-2020-12389, update Firefox or Firefox ESR to versions 76 or 68.8 respectively.

3

Which versions of Firefox are affected by CVE-2020-12389?

CVE-2020-12389 affects Firefox versions up to 76 and Firefox ESR versions up to 68.8.

4

Does CVE-2020-12389 affect Windows only?

Yes, CVE-2020-12389 specifically affects the Firefox content processes on Windows operating systems.

5

What is a sandbox escape in the context of CVE-2020-12389?

In the context of CVE-2020-12389, a sandbox escape refers to the ability to break out of the restricted environment designed to protect the system.

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