CVE-2024-5838: Type Confusion in V8
Chromium: CVE-2024-5838 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 perform out of bounds memory access via a crafted HTML page. (Chromium security severity: High)
— MITRE
Credit
Affected Software
Remediation
Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.
- Upgrade
Upgrade
Google Chrome (Trace Event)to a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 126.0.6478.54 - Upgrade
Upgrade
Chromium/Google Chrome (V8)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-2024-5838?
CVE-2024-5838 is classified as a high-severity vulnerability due to its potential to cause type confusion in the impacted software.
How do I fix CVE-2024-5838?
To fix CVE-2024-5838, users should update Google Chrome to version 126.0.6478.54 or later, or update Microsoft Edge (Chromium-based) as per Microsoft's guidance.
Which software versions are affected by CVE-2024-5838?
CVE-2024-5838 affects versions of Google Chrome prior to 126.0.6478.54 and specific versions of Microsoft Edge (Chromium-based) that utilize Chromium.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2024-5838?
CVE-2024-5838 is categorized as a type confusion vulnerability which can lead to unexpected behaviors and exploitation.
Is CVE-2024-5838 exploitable?
Yes, CVE-2024-5838 is considered exploitable, making it critical for users to update their affected browsers promptly.