CVE-2022-45412
First published: Tue Nov 15 2022(Updated: )
When resolving a symlink such as <code>file:///proc/self/fd/1</code>, an error message may be produced where the symlink was resolved to a string containing unitialized memory in the buffer. <br>*This bug only affects Thunderbird on Unix-based operated systems (Android, Linux, MacOS). Windows is unaffected.*. This vulnerability affects Firefox ESR < 102.5, Thunderbird < 102.5, and Firefox < 107.
Credit: security@mozilla.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Mozilla Thunderbird | <102.5 | 102.5 |
| <107 | 107 | |
| <102.5 | 102.5 | |
| <102.5 | 102.5 | |
| Mozilla Firefox | <107.0 | |
| Mozilla Firefox ESR | <102.5 | |
| Mozilla Thunderbird | <102.5 | |
| Apple macOS | ||
| Google Android | ||
| Linux Linux kernel |
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Reference Links
- https://bugzilla.mozilla.org/show_bug.cgi?id=1791029
- https://www.mozilla.org/en-US/security/advisories/mfsa2022-49/
- https://www.mozilla.org/en-US/security/advisories/mfsa2022-47/
- https://www.mozilla.org/en-US/security/advisories/mfsa2022-48/
- https://www.mozilla.org/security/advisories/mfsa2022-47/
- https://www.mozilla.org/security/advisories/mfsa2022-48/
- https://www.mozilla.org/security/advisories/mfsa2022-49/
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2022-45412?
CVE-2022-45412 is a vulnerability in Thunderbird on Unix-based operating systems that can result in an error message containing uninitialized memory.
Which systems are affected by CVE-2022-45412?
CVE-2022-45412 affects Thunderbird on Unix-based operating systems, such as Android, Linux, and MacOS.
What is the severity of CVE-2022-45412?
CVE-2022-45412 has a severity rating of 8.8 (high).
How can I fix CVE-2022-45412?
To fix CVE-2022-45412, update Thunderbird to version 102.5 or higher.
Are Windows systems vulnerable to CVE-2022-45412?
No, Windows systems are not affected by CVE-2022-45412.
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