CVE-2024-7017: Inappropriate implementation in DevTools

Published May 1, 2024
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Updated

Inappropriate implementation in DevTools in Google Chrome prior to 126.0.6478.182 allowed a remote attacker to potentially perform a sandbox escape via a crafted HTML page. (Chromium security severity: High)

Credit

Allen Ding

Affected Software

6 affected componentsFixes available
Google Chrome<126.0.6478.182
All of the following
Google Chrome<126.0.6478.182
Any of the following
Apple macOS
Linux Linux kernel
Microsoft Windows
Google Chrome<126.0.6478.182
126.0.6478.182

Event History

May 1, 2024
CVE Published
12:00 AM
Data Sourced
12:00 AM
SeverityWeaknessAffected Software
Nov 14, 2025
CVE Published
via MITRE·02:29 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·02:29 AM
DescriptionWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·03:15 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software

Parent advisories

This vulnerability appears in the following advisories.

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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2024-7017?

CVE-2024-7017 has a high severity rating as it allows potential sandbox escape via a crafted HTML page.

2

How do I fix CVE-2024-7017?

To fix CVE-2024-7017, update Google Chrome to version 126.0.6478.182 or later.

3

Who is affected by CVE-2024-7017?

CVE-2024-7017 affects users of Google Chrome versions prior to 126.0.6478.182.

4

What type of attack does CVE-2024-7017 involve?

CVE-2024-7017 involves a potential remote attack that can perform a sandbox escape.

5

What is the impact of CVE-2024-7017?

The impact of CVE-2024-7017 could lead to unauthorized access and control over the affected system through the sandbox escape.

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