CVE-2021-30616: Use After Free
First published: Fri Sep 03 2021(Updated: )
Chromium: CVE-2021-30616 Use after free in Media
Credit: chrome-cve-admin@google.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Fedora | =35 | |
| Microsoft Edge Beta | <=93.0.961.38 | |
| Microsoft Edge (Chromium-based) | <=93.0.4577.63 |
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Reference Links
- https://lists.fedoraproject.org/archives/list/package-announce@lists.fedoraproject.org/message/IPJPUSAWIJMQFBQQQYXAICLI4EKFQOH6/
- https://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2021-30616
- https://lists.fedoraproject.org/archives/list/package-announce%40lists.fedoraproject.org/message/IPJPUSAWIJMQFBQQQYXAICLI4EKFQOH6/
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2021-30616?
CVE-2021-30616 has been classified as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential to allow an attacker to execute arbitrary code remotely.
How do I fix CVE-2021-30616?
To mitigate CVE-2021-30616, update your affected browser or software to the latest version provided by the vendor.
Which software is affected by CVE-2021-30616?
CVE-2021-30616 affects specific versions of Microsoft Edge, Microsoft Edge Chromium, and Fedora 35.
Is CVE-2021-30616 being actively exploited?
As of the current security assessments, there have been no confirmed reports indicating that CVE-2021-30616 is actively exploited in the wild.
What is a use after free vulnerability like CVE-2021-30616?
A use after free vulnerability like CVE-2021-30616 occurs when a program continues to use a pointer after the memory it points to has been freed, potentially leading to memory corruption or code execution.
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