CVE-2024-6998: Use after free in User Education
First published: Mon May 13 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: Sven Dysthe -dys) @svn chrome-cve-admin@google.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft Edge | ||
| Microsoft Edge Beta | <127.0.2651.74 | |
| Google Chrome (Trace Event) | <127.0.6533.72 | 127.0.6533.72 |
| Google Chrome (Trace Event) | <127.0.6533.72 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2024-6998?
CVE-2024-6998 is a use after free vulnerability identified in the Chromium codebase.
How do I fix CVE-2024-6998?
To address CVE-2024-6998, update Microsoft Edge to the latest version available or Google Chrome to version 127.0.6533.72 or later.
Which versions of Microsoft Edge are affected by CVE-2024-6998?
Microsoft Edge versions prior to 127.0.2651.74 are affected by CVE-2024-6998.
Is Google Chrome vulnerable to CVE-2024-6998?
Yes, Google Chrome versions earlier than 127.0.6533.72 are vulnerable to CVE-2024-6998.
Has a patch been released for CVE-2024-6998?
Yes, patches addressing CVE-2024-6998 have been released in the latest updates for Microsoft Edge and Google Chrome.
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