CVE-2024-7973: Heap buffer overflow in PDFium

Published Jun 6, 2024
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Updated

Chromium: CVE-2024-7973 Heap buffer overflow in PDFium

Other sources

Heap buffer overflow in PDFium in Google Chrome prior to 128.0.6613.84 allowed a remote attacker to perform an out of bounds memory read via a crafted PDF file. (Chromium security severity: Medium)

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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Affected Software

4 affected componentsFixes available
Microsoft Edge (Chromium-based)
Microsoft Edge<128.0.2739.42
Google Chrome<128.0.6613.84
128.0.6613.84
Google Chrome<128.0.6613.84

Event History

Jun 6, 2024
CVE Published
12:00 AM
Data Sourced
12:00 AM
SeverityWeaknessAffected Software
Aug 21, 2024
CVE Published
via MITRE·08:20 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·08:20 PM
DescriptionWeakness

Parent advisories

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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2024-7973?

CVE-2024-7973 is classified as having a high severity due to a heap buffer overflow vulnerability affecting Chromium-based applications.

2

How do I fix CVE-2024-7973?

To mitigate CVE-2024-7973, update your Google Chrome to version 128.0.6613.84 or later or ensure Microsoft Edge (Chromium-based) is updated to a compatible version.

3

Which software is affected by CVE-2024-7973?

CVE-2024-7973 impacts Microsoft Edge (Chromium-based) and Google Chrome versions prior to 128.0.6613.84.

4

What does CVE-2024-7973 exploit?

CVE-2024-7973 exploits a heap buffer overflow vulnerability, which could allow an attacker to execute arbitrary code.

5

When was CVE-2024-7973 disclosed?

CVE-2024-7973 was disclosed in August 2024.

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