CVE-2024-6774: Use after free in Screen Capture
Chromium: CVE-2024-6774 Use after free in Screen Capture
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
Use after free in Screen Capture in Google Chrome prior to 126.0.6478.182 allowed a remote attacker who convinced a user to engage in specific UI gestures to potentially exploit heap corruption via a crafted HTML page. (Chromium security severity: High)
— MITRE
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Remediation
Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.
- Upgrade
Upgrade to a fixed release to a version that resolves this vulnerability.
Fixed in 126.0.6478.182 - Upgrade
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Chromium / Google Chrome (Screen Capture)to a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 126.0.6478.182 - Upgrade
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Microsoft Edge (Chromium-based)to a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 126.0.6478.182
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2024-6774?
CVE-2024-6774 is classified as a critical vulnerability due to its use after free condition which can potentially lead to arbitrary code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2024-6774?
To fix CVE-2024-6774, update Google Chrome to version 126.0.6478.182 or later, or Microsoft Edge to the appropriate updated version.
What platforms are affected by CVE-2024-6774?
CVE-2024-6774 affects Google Chrome versions prior to 126.0.6478.182 and Microsoft Edge versions prior to 126.0.2592.113.
Is this vulnerability related to Chromium?
Yes, CVE-2024-6774 was reported in Chromium and affects both Google Chrome and Chromium-based Microsoft Edge browsers.
What are the potential impacts of CVE-2024-6774?
If exploited, CVE-2024-6774 could allow an attacker to execute arbitrary code, potentially compromising user data and system integrity.