CVE-2024-3168: Use after free in DevTools
Use after free in DevTools in Google Chrome prior to 122.0.6261.57 allowed a remote attacker to potentially exploit heap corruption via a crafted HTML page. (Chromium security severity: Medium)
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Affected Software
Remediation
Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.
- Upgrade
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Google Chrome (Trace Event)to a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 122.0.6261.57 - Upgrade
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debian/chromiumto a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 122.0.6261.57-1~deb12u1 - Upgrade
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debian/chromiumto a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 122.0.6261.57-1 - Upgrade
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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-2024-3168?
The severity of CVE-2024-3168 is classified as Medium.
How do I fix CVE-2024-3168?
To fix CVE-2024-3168, users should update to Google Chrome version 122.0.6261.57 or later.
What causes CVE-2024-3168?
CVE-2024-3168 is caused by a use after free vulnerability in DevTools in Google Chrome.
Who is affected by CVE-2024-3168?
Users of Google Chrome versions prior to 122.0.6261.57 are affected by CVE-2024-3168.
Can CVE-2024-3168 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2024-3168 allows a remote attacker to potentially exploit heap corruption via a crafted HTML page.