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Mozilla has issued an urgent security update to fix a critical flaw in its Firefox browser that has been actively exploited by hackers. The vulnerability allows attackers to achieve code execution in the content process and impacts multiple versions of Firefox.
Firefox browser has been updated to fix a critical use-after-free vulnerability (CVE-2024-9680) in its Animation timelines feature. The vulnerability could allow attackers to achieve code execution in the content process, leading to malware infections, data theft, and ransomware attacks. Experts urge users to upgrade to the latest version of Firefox as soon as possible due to ongoing attacks exploiting this flaw. A critical flaw has also been discovered in PAN-OS firewalls by Palo Alto, allowing for full compromise of devices.
Mozilla, a leading provider of web browser software, has issued an urgent security update to fix a critical flaw in its Firefox browser that has been actively exploited by hackers. The vulnerability, tracked as CVE-2024-9680, is a use-after-free vulnerability in the Animation timelines feature of the Firefox Developer Tools suite.
According to Pierluigi Paganini, a renowned security expert and founder of Security Affairs, "This is a critical flaw that could allow attackers to achieve code execution in the content process." The vulnerability was discovered by Damien Schaeffer from ESET, and it impacts multiple versions of Firefox, including Firefox 131.0.2, Firefox ESR 128.3.1, and Firefox ESR 115.16.1.
The Animation timelines feature is a powerful tool for developers to inspect, edit, and debug animations directly within the browser. However, the use-after-free vulnerability in this feature allows attackers to manipulate the animation timelines and potentially execute malicious code in the content process. This can lead to various types of attacks, including malware infections, data theft, and even ransomware attacks.
Mozilla has released an emergency security update for its Firefox browser to address this critical flaw. The update includes a patch that fixes the use-after-free vulnerability in the Animation timelines feature. However, experts urge users to upgrade to the latest version as soon as possible, as the exploit is already being used by hackers in ongoing attacks.
The implications of this vulnerability are significant, and it highlights the importance of keeping software up-to-date. As more critical vulnerabilities like this one are discovered, it's essential for individuals and organizations to prioritize security and take proactive measures to protect themselves against cyber threats.
In addition to the Firefox vulnerability, other notable security updates include a fix for a critical flaw in PAN-OS firewalls by Palo Alto, which allows for full compromise of the devices. Furthermore, experts warn about a new implant used by an APT group targeting Russian government with it.
As we navigate the complex and ever-evolving landscape of cyber threats, it's crucial to stay informed and take proactive steps to protect ourselves against these threats. By staying vigilant and keeping our software up-to-date, we can significantly reduce the risk of falling victim to attacks like this one.
Related Information:
https://securityaffairs.com/169590/security/mozilla-firefox-actively-exploited-flaw.html
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/mozilla-fixes-firefox-zero-day-actively-exploited-in-attacks/
https://thehackernews.com/2024/10/mozilla-warns-of-active-exploitation-in.html
https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2024-9680
https://www.cvedetails.com/cve/CVE-2024-9680/
Published: Thu Oct 10 04:42:48 2024 by llama3.2 3B Q4_K_M
