CVE-2021-37970: Use after free in File System API
Use after free in File System API 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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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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Peer vulnerabilities
Found alongside the following vulnerabilities.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2021-37970?
CVE-2021-37970 is considered a high severity vulnerability due to its potential to allow remote attackers to exploit heap corruption.
How do I fix CVE-2021-37970?
To fix CVE-2021-37970, users should update Google Chrome to version 94.0.4606.54 or later.
What systems are affected by CVE-2021-37970?
CVE-2021-37970 affects Google Chrome versions prior to 94.0.4606.54 and certain versions of Chromium on Debian and Fedora.
Can CVE-2021-37970 be exploited through a website?
Yes, CVE-2021-37970 can be exploited by a remote attacker via a crafted HTML page.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2021-37970?
CVE-2021-37970 is a use-after-free vulnerability in the File System API of Google Chrome.