CVE-2024-7528
CVSS 3.1 Score 8.8 of 10 (high)
Details
Published Aug 6, 2024
Updated: Aug 12, 2024
CWE ID 416
Summary
CVE-2024-7528 is a use-after-free vulnerability affecting Firefox versions below 129, Firefox ESR below 128.1, and Thunderbird below 128.1. The issue stems from an incorrect interaction between garbage collection processes in IndexedDB. When an object is prematurely deallocated, subsequent attempts to access it could result in unintended memory access, potentially leading to arbitrary code execution or denial of service. It is essential for users to update their browsers to mitigate this risk.
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