Google Chromium V8 Vulnerability: A New Headache for Cybersecurity Pros

CISA has added CVE-2024-5274, a Google Chromium V8 Type Confusion Vulnerability, to its Known Exploited Vulnerabilities Catalog. This vulnerability is actively exploited and poses significant risks.

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Published: May 28, 2024 3:14 pmAdded: May 28, 2024 at 8:28 amAssembled by: The Editor
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Hot Take:

Just when you thought it was safe to browse, here comes another Chromium vulnerability to keep you on your toes. If you thought the only thing you had to worry about was your browser history, think again!

Key Points:

  • New vulnerability CVE-2024-5274 added to the Known Exploited Vulnerabilities Catalog.
  • Vulnerability affects Google Chrome’s V8 JavaScript engine.
  • Binding Operational Directive (BOD) 22-01 mandates FCEB agencies to fix these vulnerabilities promptly.
  • CISA advises all organizations to prioritize remediation to safeguard against cyberattacks.
  • The catalog is continuously updated based on active threat evidence.

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