CVE-2024-3171: Use after free in Accessibility
First published: Tue Dec 12 2023(Updated: )
Use after free in Accessibility in Google Chrome prior to 122.0.6261.57 allowed a remote attacker who convinced a user to engage in specific UI gestures to potentially exploit heap corruption via specific UI gestures. (Chromium security severity: Medium)
Credit: ttt chrome-cve-admin@google.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Google Chrome (Trace Event) | <122.0.6261.57 | 122.0.6261.57 |
| Google Chrome (Trace Event) | <122.0.6261.57 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2024-3171?
The severity of CVE-2024-3171 is classified as Medium by Chromium security.
How do I fix CVE-2024-3171?
To fix CVE-2024-3171, update Google Chrome to version 122.0.6261.57 or later.
What causes CVE-2024-3171?
CVE-2024-3171 is caused by a use-after-free vulnerability in Accessibility within Google Chrome.
Who is affected by CVE-2024-3171?
Users of Google Chrome versions prior to 122.0.6261.57 are affected by CVE-2024-3171.
Can CVE-2024-3171 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2024-3171 can potentially be exploited remotely through specific UI gestures.
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