CVE-2024-5837: Type Confusion in V8
Chromium: CVE-2024-5837 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 126.0.6478.54 allowed a remote attacker to potentially perform out of bounds memory access via a crafted HTML page. (Chromium security severity: High)
— MITRE
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Affected Software
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 126.0.6478.54 - Upgrade
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Chromium/V8 (Google Chrome)to a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 126.0.6478.54 - Upgrade
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Microsoft Edge (Chromium-based)to a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 126.0.6478.54
Event History
Peer vulnerabilities
Found alongside the following vulnerabilities.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2024-5837?
CVE-2024-5837 is classified as a high-severity vulnerability due to the potential for type confusion.
How do I fix CVE-2024-5837?
To fix CVE-2024-5837, upgrade Google Chrome to version 126.0.6478.54 or later, or apply the latest updates for Microsoft Edge (Chromium-based).
Which versions of software are affected by CVE-2024-5837?
CVE-2024-5837 affects Google Chrome versions prior to 126.0.6478.54 and certain versions of Microsoft Edge (Chromium-based) that utilize the affected Chromium base.
Is CVE-2024-5837 specific to Google Chrome?
No, CVE-2024-5837 also impacts Microsoft Edge (Chromium-based) due to its reliance on the Chromium engine.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2024-5837?
CVE-2024-5837 is a type confusion vulnerability that can lead to potential exploitation if not addressed.