CVE-2021-37961: Use after free in Tab Strip
Use after free in Tab Strip in Google Chrome prior to 94.0.4606.54 allowed a remote attacker to potentially exploit heap corruption via a crafted HTML page.
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Affected Software
Remediation
Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.
- Upgrade
Upgrade
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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Peer vulnerabilities
Found alongside the following vulnerabilities.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2021-37961?
CVE-2021-37961 has a high severity rating due to its potential to allow a remote attacker to exploit heap corruption.
How do I fix CVE-2021-37961?
To fix CVE-2021-37961, upgrade to Google Chrome version 94.0.4606.54 or later, or update your affected Chromium version accordingly.
Which versions are affected by CVE-2021-37961?
CVE-2021-37961 affects Google Chrome versions prior to 94.0.4606.54 and specific older versions of Chromium.
How does CVE-2021-37961 impact users?
CVE-2021-37961 could allow attackers to execute arbitrary code by exploiting a use-after-free vulnerability in the Tab Strip component of Chrome.
What platforms are impacted by CVE-2021-37961?
CVE-2021-37961 impacts users on multiple platforms including Debian-based systems and Fedora, utilizing vulnerable Chrome and Chromium versions.