CVE-2021-38002: Use after free in Web Transport
Use after free in Web Transport in Google Chrome prior to 95.0.4638.69 allowed a remote attacker to potentially perform a sandbox escape via a crafted HTML page.
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Affected Software
Remediation
Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.
- Upgrade
Upgrade
Google Chrome (Trace Event)to a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 95.0.4638.69 - Upgrade
Upgrade
debian/chromiumto a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 150.0.7871.100-1~deb12u1Fixed in 156.0.8078.79-1~deb12u1Fixed in 150.0.7871.181-1~deb13u1Fixed in 156.0.8078.79-1~deb13u1Fixed in 156.0.8078.79-1
Event History
Peer vulnerabilities
Found alongside the following vulnerabilities.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2021-38002?
CVE-2021-38002 has been classified as a high-severity vulnerability due to its potential to allow sandbox escape.
How do I fix CVE-2021-38002?
To fix CVE-2021-38002, users should update Google Chrome to version 95.0.4638.69 or later.
What systems are affected by CVE-2021-38002?
CVE-2021-38002 affects Google Chrome versions prior to 95.0.4638.69 and Chromium versions up to 90.0.4430.212.
Can CVE-2021-38002 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2021-38002 can be exploited remotely using a crafted HTML page.
What does CVE-2021-38002 allow an attacker to do?
CVE-2021-38002 allows a remote attacker to potentially perform a sandbox escape.