CVE-2026-4688: Sandbox escape due to use-after-free in the Disability Access APIs component

Published Mar 24, 2026
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Updated

Sandbox escape due to use-after-free in the Disability Access APIs component. This vulnerability affects Firefox < 149 and Firefox ESR < 140.9.

Other sources

Sandbox escape due to use-after-free in the Disability Access APIs component. This vulnerability was fixed in Firefox 149, Firefox ESR 140.9, Thunderbird 149, and Thunderbird 140.9.

MITRE

Affected Software

8 affected componentsFixes available
Mozilla Firefox<149
Mozilla Firefox ESR<140.9
Mozilla Firefox<149
149
Mozilla Firefox ESR<140.9
140.9
Mozilla Firefox<140.9.0
Mozilla Firefox<149.0
Mozilla Thunderbird<140.9
140.9
Mozilla Thunderbird<149
149

Event History

Mar 24, 2026
CVE Published
via Mozilla·12:00 AM
Data Sourced
via Mozilla·12:00 AM
DescriptionSeverityAffected Software
Updated
via Mozilla·12:00 AM
Affected Software
CVE Published
via MITRE·12:30 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·12:30 PM
Description
Data Sourced
via Red Hat·01:01 PM
DescriptionSeverityAffected Software
Data Sourced
via NVD·01:16 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
Apr 7, 58249
Event
via FIRST·08:53 AM

Parent advisories

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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2026-4688?

CVE-2026-4688 has a high severity rating due to its potential for sandbox escape.

2

How do I fix CVE-2026-4688?

To fix CVE-2026-4688, update Firefox to version 149 or later, or Thunderbird to version 149 or later.

3

Which versions are affected by CVE-2026-4688?

CVE-2026-4688 affects Firefox versions earlier than 149 and Firefox ESR versions earlier than 140.9.

4

What components are involved in CVE-2026-4688?

CVE-2026-4688 involves a vulnerability in the Disability Access APIs component.

5

Is CVE-2026-4688 specific to any platforms?

CVE-2026-4688 is specific to the Mozilla Firefox and Thunderbird applications across various operating systems.

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