CVE-2024-7966: Out of bounds memory access in Skia
Chromium: CVE-2024-7966 Out of bounds memory access in Skia
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Out of bounds memory access in Skia in Google Chrome prior to 128.0.6613.84 allowed a remote attacker who had compromised the renderer process to perform out of bounds memory access via a crafted HTML page. (Chromium security severity: High)
— MITRE
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
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2024-7966?
CVE-2024-7966 has been classified with a high severity level due to the potential for out-of-bounds memory access.
How do I fix CVE-2024-7966?
To fix CVE-2024-7966, ensure that you update Google Chrome to version 128.0.6613.84 or later.
Which versions of Google Chrome are affected by CVE-2024-7966?
CVE-2024-7966 affects Google Chrome versions prior to 128.0.6613.84.
Does CVE-2024-7966 affect Microsoft Edge?
Yes, CVE-2024-7966 affects Microsoft Edge (Chromium-based) versions below 128.0.2739.42.
How does CVE-2024-7966 impact users?
CVE-2024-7966 poses a risk that could allow attackers to exploit out-of-bounds memory access, potentially compromising user data.