Is CVE-2024-5274 actively exploited?

Yes. CVE-2024-5274 is listed in the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities (KEV) catalog, which means exploitation in the wild has been confirmed.

Can CVE-2024-5274 be exploited remotely?

The attack vector of CVE-2024-5274 has not been classified yet.

What is the CVSS score of CVE-2024-5274?

CVE-2024-5274 has not received a CVSS score yet.

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HIGHCISA KEVIN THE WILD

CVE-2024-5274

Published: May 28, 2024

EPSS:3.60%probability of exploitation in 30 daysPercentile:87.5th

Official Description

Google Chromium V8 contains a type confusion vulnerability that allows a remote attacker to execute code 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 V8 Type Confusion Vulnerability

Added to KEV: 2024-05-28Federal patch deadline: 2024-06-18

Required Action (CISA)

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

Risk Analysis

A type confusion vulnerability in Google Chromium V8 allows remote attackers to execute code through specially crafted HTML pages. This is a high-severity flaw with confirmed in-the-wild exploitation, making it an urgent concern for systems using Chromium-based browsers.

This vulnerability is actively being exploited in the wild. Attackers can exploit this remotely by tricking users into visiting a malicious 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 patched versions.

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-2024-5274 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-2024-5274 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.