This vulnerability allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on vulnerable installations of Microsoft Chakra. User interaction is required to exploit this vulnerability in that the target must visit a malicious page or open a malicious file. The specific flaw exists within the handling of reoptimization of JavaScript objects within JIT code. By performing actions in JavaScript, an attacker can trigger a type confusion condition. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to execute code in the context of the current process.
Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
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Microsoft Chakra |
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The severity of ZDI-CAN-8155 is critical due to its potential for remote code execution.
To fix ZDI-CAN-8155, ensure that your Microsoft Chakra installation is updated to the latest version provided by Microsoft.
ZDI-CAN-8155 can facilitate remote code execution attacks when users visit malicious web pages or open harmful files.
Yes, user interaction is required to exploit ZDI-CAN-8155, as the target must actively visit a malicious page or file.
ZDI-CAN-8155 affects vulnerable installations of Microsoft Chakra.