CVE-2018-17474: Use After Free
An use after free flaw was found in the Blink component of the Chromium browser.
Upstream bug(s):
https://code.google.com/p/chromium/issues/detail?id=843151
External References:
https://chromereleases.googleblog.com/2018/10/stable-channel-update-for-desktop.html
Other sources
Use after free in HTMLImportsController in Blink in Google Chrome prior to 70.0.3538.67 allowed a remote attacker to potentially exploit heap corruption via a crafted HTML page.
Affected Software
Event History
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2018-17474?
CVE-2018-17474 has been classified as a high-severity vulnerability due to its potential to cause application crashes and arbitrary code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2018-17474?
To fix CVE-2018-17474, update your Chromium browser to version 70.0.3538.67 or later.
What products are affected by CVE-2018-17474?
CVE-2018-17474 affects various versions of the Chromium browser and Google Chrome up to version 70.0.3538.67.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2018-17474?
CVE-2018-17474 is a use-after-free vulnerability found in the Blink component of the Chromium browser.
Can CVE-2018-17474 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2018-17474 can potentially be exploited remotely by attackers using specially crafted web content.