CVE-2009-1827: n/a vulnerability

CVE-2009-1827: The SVG component in Mozilla Firefox 3.0.4 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (applicatio...

The SVG component in Mozilla Firefox 3.0.4 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (application hang) via a large value in the r (aka Radius) attribute of a circle element, related to an "unclamped loop."

UnknownCVSS not scoredNot KEV-listedUpdatedAug 7, 2024, 05:27 UTC (UTC+00:00)

Security readout for executives and security teams

CVE-2009-1827 is a legacy Firefox denial-of-service issue. A malicious SVG circle with an excessively large radius could make Firefox 3.0.4 hang. The available sources describe application disruption, not data theft or code execution. Exposure is most likely limited to endpoints, kiosks, embedded systems, or legacy workflows still using Mozilla Firefox 3.0.4 or the affected SVG component. The source bundle does not prove impact to current Firefox versions. Treat this as a legacy technology hygiene issue unless Firefox 3.0.4 remains in use. It can disrupt user sessions but the sources do not indicate compromise of confidentiality, integrity, or active exploitation. Mitigation focus: Identify and retire Firefox 3.0.4 wherever present.; Upgrade legacy browsers according to Mozilla guidance.; Avoid rendering untrusted SVG in unavoidable legacy environments..

Prepared: Jun 28, 2026, 10:45 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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Severity: Unknown
CVSS: Not scored
Known Exploited: No
Published: May 29, 2009, 20:00 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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https://bugzilla.mozilla.org/show_bug.cgi?id=465615CVE reference · x_refsource_CONFIRM
https://bugzilla.mozilla.org/show_bug.cgi?id=393832CVE reference · x_refsource_MISC
firefox-loop-dos(50721)CVE reference · vdb-entry, x_refsource_XF
8794CVE reference · exploit, x_refsource_EXPLOIT-DB

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