CVE-2024-3862: Medium severity firefox vulnerability
Last updated 24 July 2024
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The MarkStack assignment operator, part of the JavaScript engine, could access uninitialized memory if it were used in a self-assignment.
— Mozilla
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Found alongside the following vulnerabilities.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2024-3862?
CVE-2024-3862 is considered a high-severity vulnerability due to its potential to access uninitialized memory.
How do I fix CVE-2024-3862?
To fix CVE-2024-3862, update Mozilla Firefox to version 126 or later.
Which products are affected by CVE-2024-3862?
CVE-2024-3862 affects Mozilla Firefox versions up to and including 125 and Debian's firefox package version 134.0.2-3.
What kind of impact does CVE-2024-3862 have?
CVE-2024-3862 could allow an attacker to exploit memory corruption which may lead to crashes or arbitrary code execution.
Can CVE-2024-3862 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2024-3862 can potentially be exploited remotely if an attacker can manipulate the JavaScript that triggers the vulnerability.