Mozilla.Firefox.TreeColumns.Pointer

NameMozilla.Firefox.TreeColumns.Pointer.Code.Execution
Release DateJan 05, 2010
SeverityCritical
ImpactSystem Compromise: Remote attackers can gain control of vulnerable systems.
DescriptionThis indicates an attack attempt against a code-execution vulnerability in Mozilla Firefox.

The vulnerability is caused by an error when the vulnerable software handles malformed data in TreeColumns. It allows a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code via sending a crafted web page.
Affected ProductsMozilla Firefox before 3.0.14, and 3.5.x before 3.5.3
Recommended ActionsUpgrade to version 3.0.14 or 3.5.3.
Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures (CVE)http://cve.mitre.org/cgi-bin/cvename.cgi?name=2009-3077
Reference/shttp://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2009/2585 (FrSIRT)
http://www.mozilla.org/security/announce/2009/mfsa2009-49.html
Reference: VID-17726