CWE
79
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2024-40618: XSS

First published: Thu Jul 11 2024(Updated: )

Whale browser before 3.26.244.21 allows an attacker to execute malicious JavaScript due to improper sanitization when processing a built-in extension.

Credit: cve@navercorp.com

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
<3.26.244.21

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2024-40618?

    CVE-2024-40618 is considered a high severity vulnerability due to its potential for executing malicious JavaScript.

  • How do I fix CVE-2024-40618?

    To mitigate CVE-2024-40618, update Whale browser to version 3.26.244.21 or later.

  • What type of attack does CVE-2024-40618 allow?

    CVE-2024-40618 allows attackers to execute malicious JavaScript via improperly sanitized input.

  • What versions of Whale browser are affected by CVE-2024-40618?

    Whale browser versions prior to 3.26.244.21 are affected by CVE-2024-40618.

  • Is there a workaround for CVE-2024-40618?

    The best workaround for CVE-2024-40618 is to avoid using affected versions and to apply the latest updates.

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