CVE-2018-17465: Use After Free
An use after free flaw was found in the V8 component of the Chromium browser.
Upstream bug(s):
https://code.google.com/p/chromium/issues/detail?id=870226
External References:
https://chromereleases.googleblog.com/2018/10/stable-channel-update-for-desktop.html
Other sources
Incorrect implementation of object trimming in V8 in Google Chrome prior to 70.0.3538.67 allowed a remote attacker to potentially exploit object corruption via a crafted HTML page.
Affected Software
Event History
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2018-17465?
CVE-2018-17465 is categorized as a high severity vulnerability due to the potential for exploitation leading to arbitrary code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2018-17465?
To remediate CVE-2018-17465, update to the latest version of Chromium or Google Chrome, specifically version 70.0.3538.67 or higher.
What causes CVE-2018-17465?
CVE-2018-17465 is caused by a use after free flaw in the V8 JavaScript engine used in Chromium.
Which software is affected by CVE-2018-17465?
CVE-2018-17465 affects several versions of the Chromium browser and Google Chrome up to version 70.0.3538.67.
Is CVE-2018-17465 related to Chrome updates?
Yes, CVE-2018-17465 was addressed in a security update for Google Chrome as part of routine maintenance and vulnerability patches.