CVE-2012-0469: n/a vulnerability

CVE-2012-0469: Use-after-free vulnerability in the mozilla::dom::indexedDB::IDBKeyRange::cycleCollection::Trace function i...

Use-after-free vulnerability in the mozilla::dom::indexedDB::IDBKeyRange::cycleCollection::Trace function in Mozilla Firefox 4.x through 11.0, Firefox ESR 10.x before 10.0.4, Thunderbird 5.0 through 11.0, Thunderbird ESR 10.x before 10.0.4, and SeaMonkey before 2.9 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via vectors related to crafted IndexedDB data.

UnknownCVSS not scoredNot KEV-listedUpdatedAug 6, 2024, 18:23 UTC (UTC+00:00)

Security readout for executives and security teams

CVE-2012-0469 is a memory-safety flaw in older Mozilla browser and mail products. Crafted IndexedDB data could trigger use-after-free behavior and allow remote code execution. Business exposure is mainly legacy desktops, servers, or embedded environments still running affected Mozilla versions. Exposure is likely low in modern managed fleets but meaningful where legacy Mozilla products remain installed. Focus on endpoints, kiosk systems, old Linux distributions, archived virtual machines, and Thunderbird clients handling untrusted content. Prioritize remediation if any affected Mozilla products remain in production or on internet-browsing workstations. For fully modernized fleets, this is mainly a legacy hygiene issue requiring verification rather than emergency response. Mitigation focus: Upgrade affected Mozilla products to versions outside the listed vulnerable ranges.; Prioritize removal or isolation of unsupported Firefox, Thunderbird, and SeaMonkey installations.; Check Mozilla and distribution vendor advisories for exact supported update paths..

Prepared: Jun 24, 2026, 12:52 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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Severity: Unknown
CVSS: Not scored
Known Exploited: No
Published: Apr 25, 2012, 10:00 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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https://bugzilla.mozilla.org/show_bug.cgi?id=738985CVE reference · x_refsource_CONFIRM
oval:org.mitre.oval:def:16734CVE reference · vdb-entry, signature

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