CVE-2024-6779
CRITICALCVSS 9.6/10EPSS 0.53%
Last modified
CVE-2024-6779 is a critical-severity vulnerability rated 9.6/10 on the CVSS scale. Out of bounds memory access in V8 in Google Chrome prior to 126.0.6478.182 allowed a remote attacker to potentially perform a sandbox escape via a crafted HTML page. (Chromium security severity: High). EPSS estimates a 0.53% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Out of bounds memory access in V8 in Google Chrome prior to 126.0.6478.182 allowed a remote attacker to potentially perform a sandbox escape via a crafted HTML page. (Chromium security severity: High)
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:C/C:H/I:H/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Chrome | < 126.0.6478.182 |
References
- https://issues.chromium.org/issues/351327767Exploit, Issue Tracking
- https://issues.chromium.org/issues/351327767Exploit, Issue Tracking
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2024-6779?
Out of bounds memory access in V8 in Google Chrome prior to 126.0.6478.182 allowed a remote attacker to potentially perform a sandbox escape via a crafted HTML page. (Chromium security severity: High)
How severe is CVE-2024-6779?
CVE-2024-6779 has a CVSS score of 9.6/10 (CRITICAL severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.53% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2024-6779?
Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.
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