CVE-2024-5694: Use After Free

Published Jun 11, 2024
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Updated

An attacker could have caused a use-after-free in the JavaScript engine to read memory in the JavaScript string section of the heap.

Affected Software

3 affected componentsFixes available
debian/firefox
131.0.3-1
Mozilla Firefox<127
127
Mozilla Firefox<127.0

Event History

Jun 11, 2024
CVE Published
via Mozilla·12:00 AM
CVE Published
via MITRE·12:40 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·12:40 PM
DescriptionWeakness
Jul 3, 2024
Data Sourced
via Launchpad·08:12 AM
Description
Sep 17, 2024
Data Sourced
via Ubuntu·08:20 AM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityAffected Software

Parent advisories

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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2024-5694?

CVE-2024-5694 has been classified with a high severity rating due to its potential to allow an attacker to execute arbitrary code.

2

How do I fix CVE-2024-5694?

To fix CVE-2024-5694, update your Firefox browser to version 131.0.3-1 or later.

3

Who is affected by CVE-2024-5694?

CVE-2024-5694 affects users of Firefox versions prior to 127.

4

What is a use-after-free vulnerability as seen in CVE-2024-5694?

A use-after-free vulnerability, such as CVE-2024-5694, occurs when a program continues to use a memory reference after it has been freed, potentially leading to arbitrary code execution.

5

What are the potential consequences of CVE-2024-5694?

The potential consequences of CVE-2024-5694 include memory corruption which can be exploited by attackers to execute unauthorized commands on the affected system.

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