CVE-2024-9959: Use after free in DevTools.
First published: Sat Sep 21 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%C2%A0">Google Chrome Releases</a> for more information.</p>
Credit: Sakana.S chrome-cve-admin@google.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft Edge (Chromium-based) | ||
| Microsoft Edge | <130.0.2849.46 | |
| Google Chrome | <130.0.6723.58 |
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Reference Links
- https://chromereleases.googleblog.com/2024/10/stable-channel-update-for-desktop_15.html
- https://issues.chromium.org/issues/368672129
- https://msrc.microsoft.com/update-guide/vulnerability/CVE-2024-9959 (Advisory)
- https://chromereleases.googleblog.com/2024/10/stable-channel-update-for-chromeos_29.html (Advisory)
Peer vulnerabilities
(Found alongside the following vulnerabilities)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2024-9959?
CVE-2024-9959 has a high severity rating due to its use-after-free vulnerability.
How do I fix CVE-2024-9959?
To fix CVE-2024-9959, update Microsoft Edge or Google Chrome to the latest version.
Which software is affected by CVE-2024-9959?
CVE-2024-9959 affects Microsoft Edge (Chromium-based) and Google Chrome versions prior to specific releases.
What is a use-after-free vulnerability in CVE-2024-9959?
A use-after-free vulnerability occurs when a program continues to use a pointer after the memory it points to has been freed.
Can CVE-2024-9959 lead to remote code execution?
Yes, CVE-2024-9959 can potentially allow attackers to execute arbitrary code remotely.
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