CVE-2024-6615: Memory safety bugs fixed in Firefox 128 and Thunderbird 128
Last updated 24 July 2024
Other sources
Memory safety bugs present in Firefox 127 and Thunderbird 127. Some of these bugs showed evidence of memory corruption and we presume that with enough effort some of these could have been exploited to run arbitrary code.
— Mozilla
Affected Software
Remediation
Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.
- Upgrade
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debian/firefoxto a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 131.0.2-2 - Upgrade
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Thunderbirdto a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 128 - Upgrade
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Firefoxto a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 128
Event History
Peer vulnerabilities
Found alongside the following vulnerabilities.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2024-6615?
CVE-2024-6615 is considered a high-severity vulnerability due to its potential for memory corruption and arbitrary code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2024-6615?
To fix CVE-2024-6615, upgrade to Mozilla Thunderbird and Firefox version 128 or later.
What software is affected by CVE-2024-6615?
CVE-2024-6615 affects Firefox version 127 and Thunderbird version 127.
Can CVE-2024-6615 be exploited remotely?
While CVE-2024-6615 has memory safety bugs, successful exploitation requires local access and may not be straightforward.
What are the symptoms of CVE-2024-6615?
Symptoms of CVE-2024-6615 may include crashes, instability, or unexpected behavior in affected versions of Firefox and Thunderbird.