CVE-2020-6379: Use After Free
Use after free in V8 in Google Chrome prior to 79.0.3945.130 allowed a remote attacker to potentially exploit heap corruption via a crafted HTML page.
Affected Software
Remediation
Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.
- Upgrade
Upgrade
debian/chromiumto a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 150.0.7871.100-1~deb12u1Fixed in 156.0.8078.73-1~deb12u1Fixed in 150.0.7871.181-1~deb13u1Fixed in 156.0.8078.73-1~deb13u1Fixed in 156.0.8078.47-1Fixed in 156.0.8078.79-1
Event History
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2020-6379?
CVE-2020-6379 has a high severity rating due to the potential for heap corruption that could be exploited by a remote attacker.
How do I fix CVE-2020-6379?
To fix CVE-2020-6379, users should update Google Chrome to version 79.0.3945.130 or later, or the corresponding patched version of Chromium.
Which versions of Google Chrome are affected by CVE-2020-6379?
Google Chrome versions prior to 79.0.3945.130 are affected by CVE-2020-6379.
Is Fedora 30 vulnerable due to CVE-2020-6379?
Yes, Fedora 30 is among the affected software versions for CVE-2020-6379.
Can CVE-2020-6379 be exploited through malicious web pages?
Yes, CVE-2020-6379 can be exploited by an attacker through a specially crafted HTML page.