CVE-2021-37959: Use after free in Task Manager
Use after free in Task Manager in Google Chrome prior to 94.0.4606.54 allowed an attacker who convinced a user to enage in a series of user gestures to potentially exploit heap corruption via a crafted HTML page.
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Remediation
Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.
- Upgrade
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debian/chromiumto a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 116.0.5845.180-1~deb11u1Fixed in 118.0.5993.70-1~deb11u1Fixed in 116.0.5845.180-1~deb12u1Fixed in 118.0.5993.70-1~deb12u1Fixed in 118.0.5993.70-1 - Upgrade
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Google Chrome (Trace Event)to a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 94.0.4606.54
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Found alongside the following vulnerabilities.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2021-37959?
CVE-2021-37959 is classified as high severity due to its potential for heap corruption exploits.
How do I fix CVE-2021-37959?
To fix CVE-2021-37959, update Google Chrome to version 94.0.4606.54 or later.
Which versions of Chrome are affected by CVE-2021-37959?
CVE-2021-37959 affects Google Chrome versions prior to 94.0.4606.54.
Is CVE-2021-37959 specific to any operating system?
CVE-2021-37959 affects multiple operating systems including Debian Linux and Fedora.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2021-37959?
CVE-2021-37959 is a use-after-free vulnerability in the Task Manager of Google Chrome.