CVE-2026-100762
Use-after-free
- Published29 Sept 2026
Description
Sandbox escape due to use-after-free in the DOM: Content Processes component. This vulnerability was fixed in Firefox ESR 153.4, Thunderbird 157, Thunderbird 140.17, Thunderbird 153.4, Firefox 157, Firefox ESR 115.42, and Firefox ESR 140.17.
CVSS 3.1 breakdown
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:C/C:H/I:H/A:HRemediation
No fixed version is recorded in the NVD data. Check the vendor advisory for the latest guidance.
References
- https://bugzilla.mozilla.org/show_bug.cgi?id=2059404
- https://www.mozilla.org/security/advisories/mfsa2026-100/
- https://www.mozilla.org/security/advisories/mfsa2026-101/
- https://www.mozilla.org/security/advisories/mfsa2026-102/
- https://www.mozilla.org/security/advisories/mfsa2026-103/
- https://www.mozilla.org/security/advisories/mfsa2026-97/
- https://www.mozilla.org/security/advisories/mfsa2026-98/
- https://www.mozilla.org/security/advisories/mfsa2026-99/
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Frequently asked
Is CVE-2026-100762 being actively exploited?
CVE-2026-100762 is not in the CISA KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit probability is 0.34%.
How severe is CVE-2026-100762?
CVE-2026-100762 has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 9.6, rated critical. EPSS estimates a 0.34% probability of exploitation.
How do I fix CVE-2026-100762?
Apply the vendor's patch or advisory guidance, then verify no affected versions remain across your devices.
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Data from the NVD, CISA KEV catalog and FIRST EPSS. CVSS 3.1 base score shown where available.