CVE-2026-15718: Invalid pointer in the JavaScript: WebAssembly component

Published Jul 14, 2026
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Updated

We are aware that exploit code for this is public however we are not aware of any attacks in the wild abusing this flaw.

Affected Software

4 affected componentsFixes available
Mozilla Firefox<152.0.6
152.0.6
Mozilla Firefox ESR<140.13
140.13
Mozilla Firefox<152.0.6
Mozilla Thunderbird<140.13
140.13

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 152.0.6
  2. Upgrade

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

    Fixed in 140.13
  3. Upgrade

    Upgrade Firefox to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 152.0.6
  4. Upgrade

    Upgrade Firefox ESR to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 140.13
  5. Upgrade

    Upgrade Thunderbird to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 140.13

Event History

Jul 14, 2026
CVE Published
via Mozilla·12:00 AM
Data Sourced
via Mozilla·12:00 AM
DescriptionSeverityAffected Software
CVE Published
via MITRE·12:15 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·12:15 PM
Description
Data Sourced
via NVD·01:18 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
Jul 21, 2026
Updated
via Mozilla·12:00 AM
Affected Software

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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2026-15718?

The severity of CVE-2026-15718 is critical, rated at 9 out of 10.

2

What does CVE-2026-15718 affect?

CVE-2026-15718 affects the JavaScript WebAssembly component in Mozilla Firefox.

3

How do I fix CVE-2026-15718?

To fix CVE-2026-15718, update to Firefox version 152.0.6 or later.

4

Is there any known exploitation of CVE-2026-15718 in the wild?

Currently, there are no known attacks in the wild exploiting CVE-2026-15718.

5

What type of flaw is described by CVE-2026-15718?

CVE-2026-15718 is characterized as an invalid pointer vulnerability in the JavaScript WebAssembly component.

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