CVE-2024-7974: Insufficient data validation in V8 API
Chromium: CVE-2024-7974 Insufficient data validation in V8 API
Other sources
Insufficient data validation in V8 API in Google Chrome prior to 128.0.6613.84 allowed a remote attacker to potentially exploit heap corruption via a crafted Chrome Extension. (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
Remediation
Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.
- Upgrade
Upgrade to a fixed release to a version that resolves this vulnerability.
Fixed in 128.0.6613.84 - Upgrade
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debian/chromiumto a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 128.0.6613.84-1~deb12u1 - Upgrade
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debian/chromiumto a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 128.0.6613.84-1 - Upgrade
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alpine/qt6-qtwebengineto a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 6.7.2-r3 - Upgrade
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debian/chromiumto a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 150.0.7871.100-1~deb12u1Fixed in 156.0.8078.79-1~deb12u1Fixed in 150.0.7871.181-1~deb13u1Fixed in 156.0.8078.79-1~deb13u1Fixed in 156.0.8078.79-1 - Upgrade
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Google Chrometo a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 128.0.6613.84
Event History
Peer vulnerabilities
Found alongside the following vulnerabilities.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2024-7974?
CVE-2024-7974 is classified as a moderate severity vulnerability due to insufficient data validation in Chromium.
How do I fix CVE-2024-7974?
To fix CVE-2024-7974, update Google Chrome to version 128.0.6613.84 or later, or ensure Microsoft Edge is updated to a version that includes the patch.
Which software is affected by CVE-2024-7974?
CVE-2024-7974 affects Google Chrome versions prior to 128.0.6613.84 and Microsoft Edge (Chromium-based) versions prior to 128.0.2739.42.
Is CVE-2024-7974 being actively exploited?
As of the latest information, there is no public report indicating that CVE-2024-7974 is being actively exploited in the wild.
Where can I find more details about CVE-2024-7974?
Detailed information about CVE-2024-7974 can be found in the security release notes provided by Google and Microsoft.