CVE-2024-4761
Published: May 16, 2024
Official Description
Google Chromium V8 Engine contains an unspecified out-of-bounds memory write vulnerability 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 Out-of-Bounds Memory Write Vulnerability
Google Chromium V8 Engine contains an unspecified out-of-bounds memory write vulnerability 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 mitigations per vendor instructions or discontinue use of the product if mitigations are unavailable.
Risk Analysis
An out-of-bounds memory write vulnerability in the Google Chromium V8 Engine, triggered by a crafted HTML page, could affect multiple web browsers. The high EPSS score of 0.05590 indicates a significant likelihood of exploitation, and its inclusion in CISA's KEV confirms it has been actively exploited.
This vulnerability is actively being exploited in the wild. Exploitation occurs via a crafted HTML page, indicating a remote attack vector.
Users of Chromium-based browsers such as Google Chrome, Microsoft Edge, and Opera should update their browsers to the latest available versions immediately to patch this vulnerability.
Technical Analysis
CVE-2024-4761 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-2024-4761 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.
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Exploit & PoC Resources
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Quick Facts
Recommended Actions
- →Apply vendor patches immediately
- →Monitor CVE-2024-4761 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