CVE-2021-4061: Type Confusion in V8
Type confusion in V8 in Google Chrome prior to 96.0.4664.93 allowed a remote attacker to potentially exploit heap corruption via a crafted HTML page.
Credit
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 96.0.4664.93 - 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-2021-4061?
CVE-2021-4061 has a high severity rating due to the potential for remote exploitation through crafted HTML pages.
How do I fix CVE-2021-4061?
To fix CVE-2021-4061, update Google Chrome or Chromium to version 96.0.4664.93 or later.
Which versions of Chrome are affected by CVE-2021-4061?
CVE-2021-4061 affects Google Chrome versions up to 96.0.4664.93.
Is there a workaround for CVE-2021-4061?
There is no known workaround for CVE-2021-4061; the recommended action is to update the software.
Can CVE-2021-4061 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2021-4061 can be exploited remotely through maliciously crafted HTML pages.