CVE-2024-7969: High Type Confusion in V8
Chromium: CVE-2024-7969 Type Confusion in V8
Other sources
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
Type Confusion in V8 in Google Chrome prior to 128.0.6613.113 allowed a remote attacker to potentially exploit heap corruption via a crafted HTML page. (Chromium security severity: High)
— MITRE
Affected Software
Remediation
Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.
- Upgrade
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debian/chromiumto a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 150.0.7871.100-1~deb12u1Fixed in 156.0.8078.73-1~deb12u1Fixed in 150.0.7871.181-1~deb13u1Fixed in 156.0.8078.73-1~deb13u1Fixed in 156.0.8078.47-1Fixed in 156.0.8078.73-1 - Upgrade
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Google Chrometo a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 128.0.6613.113
Event History
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2024-7969?
CVE-2024-7969 has a high severity rating due to the type confusion vulnerability in the Chromium engine.
How do I fix CVE-2024-7969?
To fix CVE-2024-7969, update Google Chrome to version 128.0.6613.113 or later for Chromium-based Microsoft Edge before version 128.0.2739.42.
Which software is affected by CVE-2024-7969?
CVE-2024-7969 affects Google Chrome versions prior to 128.0.6613.113 and Microsoft Edge versions prior to 128.0.2739.42.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2024-7969?
CVE-2024-7969 is classified as a type confusion vulnerability in the Chromium engine.
Who assigned CVE-2024-7969?
CVE-2024-7969 was assigned by the Chrome security team.