CVE Catalog

CVE-2006-3801

High
Published: Translated: NVD NIST

Summary

A vulnerability in Mozilla Firefox 1.5 before 1.5.0.5 and SeaMonkey before 1.0.3 involves improper clearing of a JavaScript reference to a frame or window. This leaves a pointer to a deleted object, allowing remote attackers to execute arbitrary native code.

Risk Assessment

The vulnerability enables remote code execution, potentially leading to system compromise. Organizations are at risk of browser-based attacks that could result in data theft or malware installation.

Recommendation

Update Mozilla Firefox to version 1.5.0.5 or later and SeaMonkey to version 1.0.3 or later. Regularly updating browsers is also recommended to avoid similar vulnerabilities.

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Original NVD description (English source)

Mozilla Firefox 1.5 before 1.5.0.5 and SeaMonkey before 1.0.3 does not properly clear a JavaScript reference to a frame or window, which leaves a pointer to a deleted object that allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary native code.

Vulnerability data from NVD (NIST) · CISA KEV · EPSS