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…

High · published July 16, 2024

CVSS v3.1
8.8
EPSS
6%
Percentile
93.6
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

🚨 An out-of-bounds memory access in V8 could let attackers slip out of their sandbox like a magician escaping a locked box! ⚡ Think of it like a child sneaking out of a secured playground through a hole in the fence. While the playground seems safe, that sneaky exit allows access to the outside world, creating a potential for chaos. If exploited, this vulnerability could enable remote attackers to break free from the secure confines of the browser, potentially leading to unauthorized access to sensitive information or control over the user’s machine. This isn’t just a minor inconvenience; it’s a serious breach that could lead to all sorts of digital mischief!

Put simply

Think of it like a child sneaking out of a secured playground through a hole in the fence. While the playground seems safe, that sneaky exit allows access to the outside world, creating a potential for chaos. This high-severity vulnerability in Google Chrome’s V8 engine allows an attacker to bypass the sandbox protections by tricking the system with a specially crafted HTML page, leading to memory access issues.

What to do

If exploited, this vulnerability could enable remote attackers to break free from the secure confines of the browser, potentially leading to unauthorized access to sensitive information or control over the user’s machine. This isn’t just a minor inconvenience; it’s a serious breach that could lead to all sorts of digital mischief! Update your Chrome browser to version 126.0.6478.182 or later immediately to patch this vulnerability. Regularly check for updates to ensure you're protected against future exploits. 🔒 You've got this! Stay proactive and secure, and we’ll keep the digital world safe together! 🦸‍♂️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS v3.1
8.8 · HIGH
Vector
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.06265 · 93.6th percentile
Published
2024-07-16T21:43Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 16 JUL 21:43Z
    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…
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