CVE-2024-5158: Chrome Browser Security Fixes338908243 High Type Confusion in V8339877165 Critical CVE-2024-5274 Type Confusion in V8
Chromium: CVE-2024-5158 Type Confusion in V8
Other sources
This CVE was assigned by Chrome. Microsoft Edge (Chromium-based) ingests Chromium, which addresses this vulnerability. Please see Google Chrome Releases for more information.
— Microsoft
Type Confusion in V8 in Google Chrome prior to 125.0.6422.76 allowed a remote attacker to potentially perform arbitrary read/write via a crafted HTML page. (Chromium security severity: High)
— MITRE
Affected Software
Remediation
Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.
- Upgrade
Upgrade
debian/chromiumto a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 125.0.6422.76-1~deb12u1 - Upgrade
Upgrade
debian/chromiumto a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 125.0.6422.76-1 - Upgrade
Upgrade
alpine/qt5-qtwebengineto a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 5.15.16-r12 - Upgrade
Upgrade
alpine/qt5-qtwebengineto a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 5.15.17-r3 - Upgrade
Upgrade
alpine/qt6-qtwebengineto a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 6.7.2-r5 - Upgrade
Upgrade
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 - Upgrade
Upgrade
Google Chrometo a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 125.0.6422.76Patch CVE-2024-5158
Event History
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2024-5158?
CVE-2024-5158 is classified as a high-severity vulnerability due to its potential impact on user security.
How do I fix CVE-2024-5158?
To fix CVE-2024-5158, ensure that you are using the latest version of Microsoft Edge or Google Chrome that addresses this vulnerability.
What types of software are affected by CVE-2024-5158?
CVE-2024-5158 affects Microsoft Edge (Chromium-based), Google Chrome, and certain versions of Fedora.
Is CVE-2024-5158 a remote attack vector?
Yes, CVE-2024-5158 can potentially be exploited remotely if users visit a maliciously crafted site.
Who disclosed CVE-2024-5158?
CVE-2024-5158 was disclosed by the Google Chrome team, and it relates to a type confusion vulnerability in Chromium.