Is CVE-2024-7965 actively exploited?

Yes. CVE-2024-7965 is listed in the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities (KEV) catalog, which means exploitation in the wild has been confirmed.

Can CVE-2024-7965 be exploited remotely?

The attack vector of CVE-2024-7965 has not been classified yet.

What is the CVSS score of CVE-2024-7965?

CVE-2024-7965 has not received a CVSS score yet.

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CVE-2024-7965

Published: August 28, 2024

EPSS:27.07%probability of exploitation in 30 daysPercentile:96.3th

Official Description

Google Chromium V8 contains an inappropriate implementation 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.

NVD Source

CISA KEV Advisory

Google Chromium V8 Inappropriate Implementation Vulnerability

Added to KEV: 2024-08-28Federal patch deadline: 2024-09-18

Required Action (CISA)

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

Risk Analysis

An inappropriate implementation vulnerability in Google Chromium V8 allows a remote attacker to potentially exploit heap corruption via a specially crafted HTML page. This flaw affects multiple web browsers utilizing Chromium, including Google Chrome, Microsoft Edge, and Opera. The high EPSS score and its inclusion in CISA's KEV catalog indicate that this vulnerability is actively exploited and has a high probability of being targeted.

This vulnerability is actively exploited in the wild. Exploitation occurs remotely when a user visits a crafted HTML page.

Recommended Action

Users of Chromium-based browsers should update their browsers to the latest versions immediately. Regularly apply security updates to all affected web browsers.

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-2024-7965 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-2024-7965 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.