CVE-2024-9680 Overview
An attacker was able to achieve code execution in the content process by exploiting a use-after-free in Animation timelines. This vulnerability affects Firefox < 131.0.2, Firefox ESR < 128.3.1, Firefox ESR < 115.16.1, Thunderbird < 131.0.1, Thunderbird < 128.3.1, and Thunderbird < 115.16.0. Reports indicate this vulnerability has been exploited in the wild.
Critical Impact
Known to be exploited with potential for code execution.
Affected Products
- Mozilla Firefox
- Mozilla Thunderbird
- Debian Debian Linux
Discovery Timeline
- Not Available - Vulnerability discovered by Not Available
- Not Available - Responsible disclosure to mozilla
- Not Available - CVE CVE-2024-9680 assigned
- Not Available - mozilla releases security patch
- 2024-10-09 - CVE CVE-2024-9680 published to NVD
- 2025-11-04 - Last updated in NVD database
Technical Details for CVE-2024-9680
Vulnerability Analysis
The vulnerability is rooted in a use-after-free condition within Animation timelines. By manipulating these objects, an attacker can achieve remote code execution.
Root Cause
Improper memory handling leading to a use-after-free scenario within Animation timelines in the codebase.
Attack Vector
This vulnerability can be exploited remotely over a network by an attacker.
// Example exploitation code (sanitized)
function triggerUseAfterFree() {
let timeline = document.timeline;
/* Redacted Exploit Code */
timeline.pause(); // Trigger use-after-free vulnerability
}
Detection Methods for CVE-2024-9680
Indicators of Compromise
- Unexpected crashes within Mozilla applications
- Logs showing unusual memory allocation
- Alerts from runtime memory analysis tools
Detection Strategies
Utilize heuristic analysis to detect abnormal memory allocations and runtime crashes indicative of a use-after-free condition.
Monitoring Recommendations
Enable detailed logging for memory allocation and deallocation activities to identify anomalous patterns linked to the vulnerability.
How to Mitigate CVE-2024-9680
Immediate Actions Required
- Update affected software to the latest versions provided by mozilla.
- Implement runtime memory protection tools.
- Monitor application logs for suspicious activities.
Patch Information
Apply the latest patches from mozilla as detailed in the Mozilla Security Advisories.
Workarounds
No known workarounds are available. Users are strongly advised to apply the updates immediately.
# Configuration example
yum update firefox thunderbird
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