Security Update for firefox-esr
Summary
DLA-1376-1: firefox-esr - security update. Affects firefox-esr versions < 52.8.0esr-1~deb7u1. Fixed in 52.8.0esr-1~deb7u1. How to fix ↓
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Background
firefox-esr is a web browser developed by Mozilla. It is an extended support release (ESR) version of Firefox, which provides long-term support for organizations and enterprises. Firefox-esr is widely used for browsing the internet and accessing web-based applications.
Vulnerability Detail
Multiple security issues have been discovered in firefox-esr. These vulnerabilities include memory safety errors and implementation flaws that could potentially allow an attacker to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service. The specific vulnerabilities are identified as CVE-2018-5150, CVE-2018-5154, CVE-2018-5155, CVE-2018-5157, CVE-2018-5158, CVE-2018-5159, CVE-2018-5168, CVE-2018-5178, and CVE-2018-5183.
How To Fix
Minimum fixed version
52.8.0esr-1~deb7u1
This is the first release that contains the fix.
sudo apt-get install --only-upgrade firefox-esrTip — Not sure which version your app runs? Vulert can match this fix to it. Scan free →
Conclusion
Multiple security vulnerabilities have been identified in firefox-esr. To protect your system, it is crucial to upgrade to the latest version of firefox-esr (52.8.0esr-1~deb7u1 or later). For further assistance and support on vulnerability remediation, please contact DevNack.com.
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FAQ
Firefox-esr is an extended support release version of the Mozilla Firefox web browser. It provides long-term support for organizations and enterprises.
These vulnerabilities could allow an attacker to execute arbitrary code on the affected system or cause a denial of service, potentially leading to unauthorized access, data loss, or system instability.
You can use the Vulert Playground at Vulert Scanner to check if your system is affected by this vulnerability. Simply upload your manifest file (e.g., package-lock.json) to the playground, and it will alert you in real-time if your application is affected.
At the moment, there are no known workarounds for these vulnerabilities. It is recommended to upgrade to the latest version of firefox-esr to ensure your system is protected.
You can find more information about Debian LTS security advisories, including how to apply updates and frequently asked questions, on the Debian LTS wiki at https://wiki.debian.org/LTS.
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