CVE-2021-38008: Use after free in media
Use after free in media 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-2021-38008?
CVE-2021-38008 is categorized as a high-severity vulnerability.
How do I fix CVE-2021-38008?
To fix CVE-2021-38008, update Google Chrome to version 96.0.4664.45 or later.
Which versions of Chromium are affected by CVE-2021-38008?
CVE-2021-38008 affects versions of Chromium prior to 96.0.4664.45.
Can CVE-2021-38008 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2021-38008 can potentially be exploited remotely via a crafted HTML page.
What platforms are impacted by CVE-2021-38008?
CVE-2021-38008 impacts multiple platforms including Debian and Fedora operating systems.