CVE-2023-3079
Published: June 7, 2023
Official Description
Google Chromium V8 Engine contains a type confusion vulnerability that allows a remote attacker to potentially exploit heap corruption via a crafted HTML page. This vulnerability could affect multiple web browsers that utilize Chromium, including, but not limited to, Google Chrome, Microsoft Edge, and Opera.
CISA KEV Advisory
Google Chromium V8 Type Confusion Vulnerability
Google Chromium V8 Engine contains a type confusion vulnerability that allows a remote attacker to potentially exploit heap corruption via a crafted HTML page. This vulnerability could affect multiple web browsers that utilize Chromium, including, but not limited to, Google Chrome, Microsoft Edge, and Opera.
Apply updates per vendor instructions.
Risk Analysis
This high-severity type confusion vulnerability in the Google Chromium V8 Engine allows a remote attacker to potentially exploit heap corruption via a crafted HTML page. Its inclusion in CISA's KEV catalog and an EPSS score of 0.01560 indicate confirmed exploitation and a notable likelihood of future exploitation, affecting multiple Chromium-based browsers.
This vulnerability is actively being exploited in the wild, confirming its use by attackers. Exploitation occurs remotely via a crafted HTML page.
Apply the latest security updates for all Chromium-based web browsers, including Google Chrome, Microsoft Edge, and Opera. Exercise caution when visiting untrusted websites.
Technical Analysis
CVE-2023-3079 requires local access, meaning attackers must already have a foothold on the target system.
Exploitation requires some privileges, which limits the exposure to scenarios where an attacker has already gained initial access.
CISA has added CVE-2023-3079 to the Known Exploited Vulnerabilities (KEV) catalog, confirming active exploitation in the wild. U.S. federal agencies are required to patch this within the mandated timeframe, and all organizations should treat remediation as urgent.
Affected Vendors & Products
Exploit & PoC Resources
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Quick Facts
Recommended Actions
- →Apply vendor patches immediately
- →Monitor CVE-2023-3079 in threat intel feeds
- →Review IDS/IPS signatures for exploitation attempts
- !CISA KEV: Federal agencies must patch per BOD 22-01 timeline
- !Active exploitation confirmed — treat as P1