Exploited
high
8.8
CWE
787
EPSS
0.265%
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2024-4761: Chrome Browser Security Fixes339458194 High Out of bounds write in V8340221135 High CVE-2024-4947 Type Confusion in V8

First published: Tue May 14 2024(Updated: )

<p>This CVE was assigned by Chrome. Microsoft Edge (Chromium-based) ingests Chromium, which addresses this vulnerability. Please see <a href="https://chromereleases.googleblog.com/2024">Google Chrome Releases</a> for more information.</p> <p>Google is aware that an exploit for CVE-2024-4761 exists in the wild.</p>

Credit: chrome-cve-admin@google.com chrome-cve-admin@google.com

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Google Chrome<124.0.6367.207
Fedora=38
Fedora=39
Fedora=40
Google Chromium
Microsoft Edge Chromium
fix available externally

Remedy

Apply mitigations per vendor instructions or discontinue use of the product if mitigations are unavailable.

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2024-4761?

    CVE-2024-4761 is considered a high-severity vulnerability due to its potential for exploitation in the wild.

  • How do I fix CVE-2024-4761?

    To fix CVE-2024-4761, users should update their Chrome or Microsoft Edge browsers to the latest version as recommended by the vendor.

  • Which software versions are affected by CVE-2024-4761?

    CVE-2024-4761 affects multiple versions of Google Chrome before 124.0.6367.207 and Microsoft Edge based on Chromium.

  • Is there an exploit available for CVE-2024-4761?

    Yes, Google has reported that there is an active exploit for CVE-2024-4761.

  • What products are impacted by CVE-2024-4761?

    Impacted products include Google Chrome, Microsoft Edge (Chromium-based), and Fedora versions 38, 39, and 40.

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