CVE-2026-2784: Mitigation bypass in the DOM: Security component

Published Feb 24, 2026
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Updated

Mitigation bypass in the DOM: Security component. This vulnerability affects Firefox < 148 and Firefox ESR < 140.8.

Other sources

Mitigation bypass in the DOM: Security component. This vulnerability was fixed in Firefox 148, Firefox ESR 140.8, Thunderbird 148, and Thunderbird 140.8.

— MITRE

Affected Software

18 affected componentsFixes available
Mozilla Thunderbird<148
148
Mozilla Thunderbird<140.8
140.8
Mozilla Firefox<140.8.0
Mozilla Firefox<148.0
Mozilla Thunderbird<140.8.0
Mozilla Thunderbird<148.0
ubuntu/mozjs52*
ubuntu/mozjs38*
ubuntu/mozjs68*
ubuntu/mozjs52*
ubuntu/mozjs102*
ubuntu/mozjs78*
ubuntu/mozjs91*
ubuntu/thunderbird*
ubuntu/mozjs102*
ubuntu/mozjs115*
Mozilla Firefox<148
148
Mozilla Firefox ESR<140.8
140.8

Remediation

Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.

  1. Upgrade

    Upgrade to a fixed release to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 148
  2. Upgrade

    Upgrade to a fixed release to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 140.8
  3. Upgrade

    Upgrade Firefox to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 148
  4. Upgrade

    Upgrade Firefox ESR to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 140.8
  5. Upgrade

    Upgrade Thunderbird to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 148
  6. Upgrade

    Upgrade Thunderbird to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 140.8

Event History

Feb 24, 2026
CVE Published
via Mozilla·12:00 AM
Data Sourced
via Mozilla·12:00 AM
DescriptionSeverityAffected Software
CVE Published
via MITRE·01:33 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·01:33 PM
Description
Data Sourced
via Red Hat·02:03 PM
DescriptionSeverityAffected Software
Data Sourced
via OSV·02:16 PM
DescriptionSeverityAffected Software
Data Sourced
via NVD·02:16 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software

Parent advisories

This vulnerability appears in the following advisories.

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2026-2784?

The severity of CVE-2026-2784 is critical with a CVSS score of 9.8.

2

How do I fix CVE-2026-2784?

To fix CVE-2026-2784, upgrade to Firefox version 148 or later, Firefox ESR version 140.8 or later, or Thunderbird version 148 or later.

3

What software is affected by CVE-2026-2784?

CVE-2026-2784 affects Mozilla Firefox, Mozilla Firefox ESR, and Mozilla Thunderbird versions prior to the specified fixes.

4

What does the term 'mitigation bypass' mean in the context of CVE-2026-2784?

In the context of CVE-2026-2784, 'mitigation bypass' refers to the vulnerability allowing attackers to circumvent security measures in the DOM security component.

5

Is CVE-2026-2784 exploitable remotely?

Yes, CVE-2026-2784 is exploitable remotely since it affects web browser components that handle external content.

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