SB2024080715 - Remote code execution in Google ChromeOS



SB2024080715 - Remote code execution in Google ChromeOS

Published: August 7, 2024 Updated: October 17, 2024

Security Bulletin ID SB2024080715
Severity
High
Patch available
YES
Number of vulnerabilities 1
Exploitation vector Remote access
Highest impact Code execution

Breakdown by Severity

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Description

This security bulletin contains information about 1 security vulnerability.


1) Race condition (CVE-ID: CVE-2024-6778)

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to compromise the affected system.

The vulnerability exists due to a race condition in DevTools in Google Chrome. A remote attacker can trick the victim to visit a specially crafted webpage and execute arbitrary code on the target system.


Remediation

Install update from vendor's website.