CVE-2024-3171: Use after free in Accessibility
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)
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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-2024-3171?
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.