CVE-2023-5175: Use After Free

Published Sep 26, 2023
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Updated

During process shutdown, it was possible that an ImageBitmap was created that would later be used after being freed from a different codepath, leading to a potentially exploitable crash. This vulnerability affects Firefox < 118.

Other sources

During process shutdown, it was possible that an ImageBitmap was created that would later be used after being freed from a different codepath, leading to a potentially exploitable crash.

Mozilla

Affected Software

3 affected componentsFixes available
Mozilla Firefox<118
118
Mozilla Firefox<118
debian/firefox
137.0.2-1

Event History

Sep 26, 2023
CVE Published
via Mozilla·12:00 AM
Sep 27, 2023
CVE Published
via MITRE·02:13 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·02:13 PM
DescriptionWeakness
Jan 12, 2024
Data Sourced
via Launchpad·12:28 AM
Description
Sep 16, 2024
Data Sourced
via Ubuntu·02:17 AM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityAffected Software
Mar 27, 2025
Data Sourced
via Debian·04:44 AM
DescriptionAffected Software

Parent advisories

This vulnerability appears in the following advisories.

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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2023-5175?

The severity of CVE-2023-5175 is low.

2

How does CVE-2023-5175 affect Mozilla Firefox?

CVE-2023-5175 affects Mozilla Firefox version up to exclusive version 118.

3

Is CVE-2023-5175 a potentially exploitable vulnerability?

Yes, CVE-2023-5175 is a potentially exploitable vulnerability.

4

How can I fix CVE-2023-5175?

To fix CVE-2023-5175, update Mozilla Firefox to version 118 or later.

5

Where can I find more information about CVE-2023-5175?

You can find more information about CVE-2023-5175 in the Mozilla Security Advisory MFSA2023-41.

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