CVE-2023-3217: Use after free in WebXR
First published: Thu Jun 01 2023(Updated: )
<p>This CVE was assigned by Chrome. Microsoft Edge (Chromium-based) ingests Chromium, which addresses this vulnerability. Please see <a href="https://chromereleases.googleblog.com/2023">Google Chrome Releases</a> for more information.</p>
Credit: Sergei Glazunov Google Project Zero chrome-cve-admin@google.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| debian/chromium | <=90.0.4430.212-1~deb10u1 | 116.0.5845.180-1~deb11u1 120.0.6099.109-1~deb11u1 119.0.6045.199-1~deb12u1 120.0.6099.109-1~deb12u1 120.0.6099.109-1 |
| Microsoft Edge | ||
| Microsoft Edge Beta | <114.0.1823.51 | |
| Google Chrome (Trace Event) | <114.0.5735.133 | 114.0.5735.133 |
| Google Chrome | <114.0.5735.133 | |
| Debian Linux | =11.0 | |
| Debian Linux | =12.0 | |
| Red Hat Fedora | =38 |
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Reference Links
- https://msrc.microsoft.com/update-guide/vulnerability/CVE-2023-3217 (Advisory)
- https://security-tracker.debian.org/tracker/CVE-2023-3217
- https://chromereleases.googleblog.com/2023/06/stable-channel-update-for-desktop_13.html (Advisory)
- http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/173495/Chrome-device-OpenXrApiWrapper-InitSession-Heap-Use-After-Free.html
- https://crbug.com/1450601
- https://lists.fedoraproject.org/archives/list/package-announce@lists.fedoraproject.org/message/JEH75UOM7FAXDUPC37YHP7ONL2HSDIJR/
- https://lists.fedoraproject.org/archives/list/package-announce@lists.fedoraproject.org/message/O362DC3ZCFRXVHOXMPIL73YOWABQEUYD/
- https://security.gentoo.org/glsa/202311-11
- https://www.debian.org/security/2023/dsa-5428
- https://security.gentoo.org/glsa/202401-34
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2023-3217?
CVE-2023-3217 is considered a high severity vulnerability due to its potential for exploitation.
How do I fix CVE-2023-3217?
To fix CVE-2023-3217, update your Chromium, Chrome, or Edge browser to the latest version that addresses this vulnerability.
Which versions are affected by CVE-2023-3217?
CVE-2023-3217 affects Chromium versions prior to 116.0.5845.180-1~deb11u1 and Chrome versions prior to 114.0.5735.133.
Is CVE-2023-3217 fixed in Microsoft Edge?
Yes, Microsoft Edge (Chromium-based) has addressed CVE-2023-3217 in its latest updates.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2023-3217?
CVE-2023-3217 is classified as a use-after-free vulnerability in web applications.
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