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Mozilla.Firefox.ConstructFrame.Memory.Corruption

description-logoDescription

This indicates an attack attempt against a memory corruption vulnerability in Mozilla Firefox.
The vulnerability is caused by an error when the vulnerable software handles a specially crafted first letter frame. It allows a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code.

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Mozilla Firefox versions 3.5.0 and previous versions

Impact logoImpact

System Compromise: Remote attackers can gain control of vulnerable systems.

recomended-action-logoRecommended Actions

Upgrade to Mozilla Firefox version 3.5.1 or later:
http://www.mozilla.com/firefox/

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Coverage

IPS (Regular DB)
IPS (Extended DB)
ID 17686
Created Sep 08, 2009
Updated Jan 13, 2022
Risk black-background-circle-icon black-background-circle-icon black-background-circle-icon black-background-circle-icon black-background-circle-icon
CVE ID CVE-2009-2462
Exploit Prediction Score 90.28%
Default Action drop
Active
Affected OS Windows, Linux
Affected App Mozilla