CVE-2021-37987: Use after free in Network APIs
Use after free in Network APIs in Google Chrome prior to 95.0.4638.54 allowed a remote attacker to potentially exploit heap corruption via a crafted HTML page.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2021-37987?
CVE-2021-37987 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential to allow remote heap corruption exploits.
How do I fix CVE-2021-37987?
To mitigate CVE-2021-37987, update Google Chrome to version 95.0.4638.54 or later, or update the Chromium package in your Debian installation.
What versions of Chrome are affected by CVE-2021-37987?
CVE-2021-37987 affects all versions of Google Chrome prior to 95.0.4638.54.
What is a use after free vulnerability like CVE-2021-37987?
A use after free vulnerability, such as CVE-2021-37987, occurs when a program frees a memory reference and later attempts to access it, potentially allowing an attacker to manipulate memory.
Is CVE-2021-37987 specific to any operating system?
While CVE-2021-37987 primarily affects Google Chrome, it is also relevant for Chromium users on Debian-based systems.