CVE-2024-3169: Use after free in V8
First published: Sun Jan 14 2024(Updated: )
Use after free in V8 in Google Chrome prior to 121.0.6167.139 allowed a remote attacker to potentially exploit heap corruption via a crafted HTML page. (Chromium security severity: High)
Credit: johnshoop chrome-cve-admin@google.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Google Chrome (Trace Event) | <121.0.6167.139 | 121.0.6167.139 |
| Google Chrome (Trace Event) | <121.0.6167.139 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2024-3169?
CVE-2024-3169 has a high security severity rating as it allows potential heap corruption through a crafted HTML page.
How can I fix CVE-2024-3169?
To fix CVE-2024-3169, update Google Chrome to version 121.0.6167.139 or later.
Which versions of Google Chrome are affected by CVE-2024-3169?
CVE-2024-3169 affects all versions of Google Chrome prior to 121.0.6167.139.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2024-3169?
CVE-2024-3169 is classified as a use-after-free vulnerability in the V8 engine of Google Chrome.
Who is the vendor for the CVE-2024-3169 vulnerability?
The vendor for CVE-2024-3169 is Google, specifically for their Chrome product.
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