CVE-2024-1939: Type Confusion in V8
Chromium: CVE-2024-1939 Type Confusion in V8
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This CVE was assigned by Chrome. Microsoft Edge (Chromium-based) ingests Chromium, which addresses this vulnerability. Please see Google Chrome Releases for more information.
— Microsoft
Type Confusion in V8 in Google Chrome prior to 122.0.6261.94 allowed a remote attacker to potentially exploit heap corruption via a crafted HTML page. (Chromium security severity: High)
— MITRE
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2024-1939?
CVE-2024-1939 has a critical severity rating due to a type confusion vulnerability in Chromium.
How do I fix CVE-2024-1939?
To fix CVE-2024-1939, users should update their Google Chrome or Microsoft Edge (Chromium-based) browser to version 122.0.6261.94 or later.
Which software is affected by CVE-2024-1939?
CVE-2024-1939 affects Google Chrome versions prior to 122.0.6261.94, Microsoft Edge (Chromium-based), and several Fedora releases.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2024-1939?
CVE-2024-1939 is categorized as a type confusion vulnerability, which can allow attackers to execute arbitrary code.
Is there a public exploit for CVE-2024-1939?
As of now, there have been no public exploits reported for CVE-2024-1939, but it is still essential to apply updates promptly.