What is the severity of CVE-2024-6996?

CVE-2024-6996 is classified as a moderate severity vulnerability.

How do I fix CVE-2024-6996?

To fix CVE-2024-6996, update Microsoft Edge (Chromium-based) to version 127.0.2651.74 or later, or Google Chrome to version 127.0.6533.72 or later.

What products are affected by CVE-2024-6996?

CVE-2024-6996 affects Microsoft Edge (Chromium-based) and Google Chrome versions up to 127.0.6533.72.

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2024-6996?

CVE-2024-6996 is a race condition vulnerability found in Chromium.

Is there a workaround for CVE-2024-6996?

There are no official workarounds for CVE-2024-6996; updating to the latest version is the recommended solution.

Vulnerability/
CVE-2024-6996

low

3.1

CWE

362

EPSS

0.046%

10/4/2024

6/8/2024

8/8/2024

CVE-2024-6996: Race in Frames

First published: Wed Apr 10 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>

Credit: Louis Jannett (Ruhr University Bochum) chrome-cve-admin@google.com

Affected Software	Affected Version	How to fix
Microsoft Edge	<127.0.2651.74
Microsoft Edge (Chromium-based)		fix available externally
Google Chrome	<127.0.6533.72	127.0.6533.72
Google Chrome	<127.0.6533.72

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2024-6996?
CVE-2024-6996 is classified as a moderate severity vulnerability.
How do I fix CVE-2024-6996?
To fix CVE-2024-6996, update Microsoft Edge (Chromium-based) to version 127.0.2651.74 or later, or Google Chrome to version 127.0.6533.72 or later.
What products are affected by CVE-2024-6996?
CVE-2024-6996 affects Microsoft Edge (Chromium-based) and Google Chrome versions up to 127.0.6533.72.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2024-6996?
CVE-2024-6996 is a race condition vulnerability found in Chromium.
Is there a workaround for CVE-2024-6996?
There are no official workarounds for CVE-2024-6996; updating to the latest version is the recommended solution.

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