Heap-based Buffer Overflow Affecting v8/v8 package, versions [,12.4.38)


0.0
high

Snyk CVSS

    Attack Complexity Low
    User Interaction Required
    Confidentiality High
    Integrity High
    Availability High

    Threat Intelligence

    EPSS 0.05% (15th percentile)

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  • Snyk ID SNYK-UNMANAGED-V8V8-6672138
  • published 23 Apr 2024
  • disclosed 7 Mar 2024
  • credit Unknown

How to fix?

Upgrade v8/v8 to version 12.4.38 or higher.

Overview

Affected versions of this package are vulnerable to Heap-based Buffer Overflow due to an inappropriate implementation in the V8 engine. An attacker can potentially exploit heap corruption through a crafted HTML page.

Note: The Extended Stable channel has been updated to 122.0.6261.112 for Windows and Mac which will roll out over the coming days/weeks.