USN-6218-1: Firefox vulnerability
First published: Wed Jul 12 2023(Updated: )
A use-after-free was discovered in Firefox when handling workers. An attacker could potentially exploit this to cause a denial of service, or execute arbitrary code.
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| All of | ||
| ubuntu/firefox | <115.0.2+build1-0ubuntu0.20.04.1 | 115.0.2+build1-0ubuntu0.20.04.1 |
| =20.04 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the vulnerability ID for this Firefox vulnerability?
The vulnerability ID for this Firefox vulnerability is CVE-2023-3600.
What is the description of the vulnerability?
A use-after-free vulnerability was discovered in Firefox when handling workers. An attacker could potentially exploit this to cause a denial of service or execute arbitrary code.
What software is affected by this vulnerability?
The Firefox version 115.0.2+build1-0ubuntu0.20.04.1 running on Ubuntu 20.04 is affected by this vulnerability.
How can this vulnerability be exploited?
This vulnerability can be exploited by an attacker to cause a denial of service or execute arbitrary code.
Where can I find more information about this vulnerability?
You can find more information about this vulnerability in the references provided: https://ubuntu.com/security/CVE-2023-3600, https://ubuntu.com/security/notices/USN-6405-1, https://launchpad.net/ubuntu/+source/firefox/115.0.2+build1-0ubuntu0.20.04.1
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