MFSA2017-14: Use after free in ANGLE

Published May 5, 2017
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Updated

Use after free in ANGLE

Affected Software

2 affected componentsFixes available
Mozilla Firefox<53.0.2
53.0.2
Mozilla Firefox ESR<52.1.1
52.1.1

Event History

May 5, 2017
Advisory Published
via Mozilla·12:00 AM

Child vulnerabilities

Contains the following vulnerabilities.

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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of MFSA2017-14?

The severity of MFSA2017-14 is classified as high due to potential exploitation leading to arbitrary code execution.

2

How do I fix MFSA2017-14?

To fix MFSA2017-14, upgrade Firefox to version 53.0.2 or Firefox ESR to version 52.1.1 or higher.

3

What vulnerability does MFSA2017-14 address?

MFSA2017-14 addresses a use-after-free vulnerability in ANGLE that could allow attackers to execute arbitrary code.

4

Which versions of Firefox are affected by MFSA2017-14?

Firefox versions prior to 53.0.2 and Firefox ESR versions prior to 52.1.1 are affected by MFSA2017-14.

5

Is there a workaround for MFSA2017-14?

There are no known workarounds for MFSA2017-14; users are advised to update their browsers immediately.

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