8.8
CWE
122 119 787
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2024-7018: Buffer Overflow

First published: Mon Sep 23 2024(Updated: )

Heap buffer overflow in PDF in Google Chrome prior to 124.0.6367.78 allowed a remote attacker to potentially exploit heap corruption via a crafted PDF file. (Chromium security severity: Medium)

Credit: chrome-cve-admin@google.com

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Google Chrome (Trace Event)<124.0.6367.78

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2024-7018?

    The severity of CVE-2024-7018 is classified as Medium.

  • How do I fix CVE-2024-7018?

    To fix CVE-2024-7018, update Google Chrome to version 124.0.6367.78 or later.

  • What does CVE-2024-7018 impact?

    CVE-2024-7018 impacts Google Chrome versions prior to 124.0.6367.78.

  • Can CVE-2024-7018 be exploited remotely?

    Yes, CVE-2024-7018 can potentially be exploited remotely via a crafted PDF file.

  • What type of vulnerability is CVE-2024-7018?

    CVE-2024-7018 is a heap buffer overflow vulnerability.

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