CVE-2021-38006: Use after free in storage foundation
Use after free in storage foundation in Google Chrome prior to 96.0.4664.45 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
Google Chrome (Trace Event)to a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 96.0.4664.45 - 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-2021-38006?
CVE-2021-38006 has a high severity rating due to the potential for heap corruption.
How do I fix CVE-2021-38006?
To fix CVE-2021-38006, update Google Chrome to version 96.0.4664.45 or later.
Which versions of Google Chrome are affected by CVE-2021-38006?
CVE-2021-38006 affects versions of Google Chrome prior to 96.0.4664.45.
Can CVE-2021-38006 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2021-38006 allows a remote attacker to potentially exploit the vulnerability via a crafted HTML page.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2021-38006?
CVE-2021-38006 is classified as a use-after-free vulnerability.