CVE-2024-7530: Use After Free
Published Aug 6, 2024
·Updated
Incorrect garbage collection interaction could have led to a use-after-free.
Affected Software
3 affected componentsFixes available
debian/firefox
131.0.2-2
Mozilla Firefox<129
129
Mozilla Firefox<129.0
Event History
Aug 6, 2024
CVE Published
via Mozilla·12:00 AM
CVE Published
via MITRE·12:38 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·12:38 PM
DescriptionWeakness
Sep 16, 2024
Data Sourced
via Ubuntu·08:17 AM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityAffected Software
Peer vulnerabilities
Found alongside the following vulnerabilities.
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2024-7530?
CVE-2024-7530 is rated as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential to lead to a use-after-free condition in Firefox.
2
How do I fix CVE-2024-7530?
To fix CVE-2024-7530, update Firefox to version 129 or later.
3
Which versions of Firefox are affected by CVE-2024-7530?
CVE-2024-7530 affects all versions of Firefox prior to version 129.
4
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2024-7530?
CVE-2024-7530 is a use-after-free vulnerability caused by incorrect garbage collection interaction.
5
Is there a known exploit for CVE-2024-7530?
As of now, there are no publicly known exploits specifically for CVE-2024-7530.