CVE-2021-30610: Use After Free
Chromium: CVE-2021-30610 Use after free in Extensions API
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2021-30610?
CVE-2021-30610 has been classified with a high severity due to the potential for exploitation in Chromium-based applications.
How do I fix CVE-2021-30610?
To fix CVE-2021-30610, update your Chromium-based browser or affected software to the latest version that addresses this vulnerability.
Which software is affected by CVE-2021-30610?
CVE-2021-30610 affects Fedora 35 and specific versions of Microsoft Edge and Microsoft Edge Chromium up to version 93.0.961.38 and 93.0.4577.63 respectively.
What is a use after free vulnerability in the context of CVE-2021-30610?
In the context of CVE-2021-30610, a use after free vulnerability occurs when a program continues to use a pointer after the memory it points to has been freed, potentially leading to crashes or arbitrary code execution.
Is there a workaround for CVE-2021-30610?
There are no known workarounds for CVE-2021-30610; the best course of action is to apply the relevant updates.