CVE-2024-8904: Type Confusion in V8
First published: Sun Sep 08 2024(Updated: )
<p>This CVE was assigned by Chrome. Microsoft Edge (Chromium-based) ingests Chromium, which addresses this vulnerability. Please see <a href="https://chromereleases.googleblog.com/2024">Google Chrome Releases</a> for more information.</p>
Credit: Popax21 chrome-cve-admin@google.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft Edge (Chromium-based) | ||
| Microsoft Edge | <CVE-2024-8904, | |
| Google Chrome | <129.0.6668.58 |
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Reference Links
- https://msrc.microsoft.com/update-guide/vulnerability/CVE-2024-8904 (Advisory)
- https://chromereleases.googleblog.com/2024/09/stable-channel-update-for-desktop_17.html
- https://issues.chromium.org/issues/365376497
- https://chromereleases.googleblog.com/2024/10/stable-channel-update-for-chromeos.html (Advisory)
Peer vulnerabilities
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2024-8904?
CVE-2024-8904 has been classified with a high severity level due to a type confusion vulnerability in Chromium.
How do I fix CVE-2024-8904?
To fix CVE-2024-8904, users should update their Microsoft Edge or Google Chrome browsers to the latest version.
What software is affected by CVE-2024-8904?
CVE-2024-8904 affects Microsoft Edge (Chromium-based) and Google Chrome versions before 129.0.6668.58.
Can CVE-2024-8904 lead to remote code execution?
Yes, CVE-2024-8904 can potentially allow an attacker to execute arbitrary code on the affected systems.
How was CVE-2024-8904 discovered?
CVE-2024-8904 was discovered as a type confusion issue in the Chromium engine, prompting its disclosure by the Chrome team.
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