Is CVE-2024-4671 actively exploited?

Yes. CVE-2024-4671 is listed in the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities (KEV) catalog, which means exploitation in the wild has been confirmed.

Can CVE-2024-4671 be exploited remotely?

The attack vector of CVE-2024-4671 has not been classified yet.

What is the CVSS score of CVE-2024-4671?

CVE-2024-4671 has not received a CVSS score yet.

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CVE-2024-4671

Published: May 13, 2024

EPSS:0.50%probability of exploitation in 30 daysPercentile:65.4th

Official Description

Google Chromium Visuals contains a use-after-free vulnerability that allows a remote attacker to 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.

NVD Source

CISA KEV Advisory

Google Chromium Visuals Use-After-Free Vulnerability

Added to KEV: 2024-05-13Federal patch deadline: 2024-06-03

Required Action (CISA)

Apply mitigations per vendor instructions or discontinue use of the product if mitigations are unavailable.

Risk Analysis

A use-after-free vulnerability in Google Chromium Visuals allows remote attackers to exploit heap corruption via specially crafted HTML pages. This high-severity flaw affects multiple Chromium-based browsers and is actively exploited in the wild (KEV), making it a critical threat despite a low EPSS score.

This vulnerability is actively being exploited in the wild, as confirmed by its presence in CISA's KEV catalog. Exploitation can occur remotely via a crafted HTML page.

Recommended Action

Users of Chromium-based browsers such as Google Chrome, Microsoft Edge, and Opera should update their browsers immediately to the latest versions. Prompt browser updates are essential to prevent remote exploitation.

Generated by the CTIWATCH analysis pipeline from this CVE's metadata (CVSS, EPSS, KEV status, exploit intelligence). Verify against vendor advisories before acting.

Technical Analysis

CVE-2024-4671 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-2024-4671 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.