CVE-2020-6448: Use After Free
Use after free in V8 in Google Chrome prior to 81.0.4044.92 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 90.0.4430.212-1~deb10u1Fixed in 116.0.5845.180-1~deb11u1Fixed in 120.0.6099.129-1~deb11u1Fixed in 119.0.6045.199-1~deb12u1Fixed in 120.0.6099.129-1~deb12u1Fixed in 120.0.6099.129-1
Event History
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2020-6448?
CVE-2020-6448 has a severity rating that indicates it could allow a remote attacker to exploit heap corruption.
How do I fix CVE-2020-6448?
To mitigate CVE-2020-6448, users should update Google Chrome or Chromium to version 81.0.4044.92 or later.
Which software is affected by CVE-2020-6448?
CVE-2020-6448 affects various versions of Google Chrome, Chromium, and certain Fedora and Debian releases.
Can CVE-2020-6448 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2020-6448 can potentially be exploited remotely via a crafted HTML page.
What types of attacks can CVE-2020-6448 enable?
CVE-2020-6448 can enable attacks that lead to heap corruption, which can be leveraged for arbitrary code execution.