CVE-2020-26971: Buffer Overflow

Published Dec 15, 2020
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Updated

Certain blit values provided by the user were not properly constrained leading to a heap buffer overflow on some video drivers.

Affected Software

6 affected componentsFixes available
Mozilla Thunderbird<78.6
78.6
Mozilla Firefox<84.0
Mozilla Firefox ESR<78.6.0
Mozilla Thunderbird<78.6.0
Mozilla Firefox<84
84
Mozilla Firefox ESR<78.6
78.6

Event History

Dec 15, 2020
CVE Published
via Mozilla·12:00 AM
Jan 7, 2021
CVE Published
via MITRE·01:54 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·01:54 PM
DescriptionWeakness

Parent advisories

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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2020-26971?

CVE-2020-26971 is a vulnerability in certain video drivers in Mozilla Firefox, Thunderbird, and Firefox ESR that can lead to a heap buffer overflow.

2

How does CVE-2020-26971 occur?

CVE-2020-26971 occurs when certain blit values provided by the user are not properly constrained, resulting in a heap buffer overflow.

3

Which software is affected by CVE-2020-26971?

Mozilla Firefox versions up to 84, Thunderbird versions up to 78.6, and Firefox ESR versions up to 78.6 are affected by CVE-2020-26971.

4

What is the severity of CVE-2020-26971?

CVE-2020-26971 has a severity rating of high with a value of 7.

5

How can I fix CVE-2020-26971?

To fix CVE-2020-26971, update Mozilla Firefox to version 84, Thunderbird to version 78.6, or Firefox ESR to version 78.6.

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