CVE-2026-4690: Sandbox escape due to incorrect boundary conditions, integer overflow in the XPCOM component

Published Mar 24, 2026
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Updated

Sandbox escape due to incorrect boundary conditions, integer overflow in the XPCOM component. This vulnerability affects Firefox < 149, Firefox ESR < 115.34, and Firefox ESR < 140.9.

Other sources

Sandbox escape due to incorrect boundary conditions, integer overflow in the XPCOM component. This vulnerability was fixed in Firefox 149, Firefox ESR 115.34, Firefox ESR 140.9, Thunderbird 149, and Thunderbird 140.9.

MITRE

Affected Software

10 affected componentsFixes available
Mozilla Firefox<149
Mozilla Firefox ESR<115.34, <140.9
Mozilla Firefox<149
149
Mozilla Firefox ESR<115.34
115.34
Mozilla Firefox ESR<140.9
140.9
Mozilla Firefox<115.34.0
Mozilla Firefox<149.0
Mozilla Firefox>=128.0<140.9.0
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·01:02 PM
DescriptionSeverityAffected Software
Data Sourced
via NVD·01:16 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
Apr 7, 58249
Event
via FIRST·01:47 PM

Parent advisories

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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2026-4690?

CVE-2026-4690 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential for sandbox escape.

2

How do I fix CVE-2026-4690?

To fix CVE-2026-4690, update your Firefox or Thunderbird to version 149 or later, or Firefox ESR to version 115.34 or 140.9.

3

Which applications are affected by CVE-2026-4690?

CVE-2026-4690 affects Firefox versions below 149, Firefox ESR versions below 115.34 and 140.9, as well as Thunderbird versions below 149.

4

What type of attack can CVE-2026-4690 enable?

CVE-2026-4690 can enable an attacker to escape the sandbox, potentially leading to unauthorized access and execution of arbitrary code.

5

Is there a workaround for CVE-2026-4690?

There are no specific workarounds for CVE-2026-4690, so upgrading to the fixed versions is strongly recommended.

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