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Google Chrome Users Beware: New High-Risk Vulnerability Added to CISA’s Exploited List!

CISA has flagged a new vulnerability, CVE-2024-7971 Google Chromium V8 Type Confusion, in its Known Exploited Vulnerabilities Catalog. This vulnerability opens doors for cyber mischief-makers and poses significant risks to federal systems. Agencies must act fast to patch up and keep these digital troublemakers at…

Hot Take:

Looks like Google’s Chromium V8 engine has got more holes than Swiss cheese! CISA is now on high alert, adding yet another vulnerability to their ever-growing catalog. Who knew browsing the web could be so dangerous?

Key Points:

  • New Vulnerability: CVE-2024-7971, a Google Chromium V8 Type Confusion Vulnerability, has been added to CISA’s Known Exploited Vulnerabilities Catalog.
  • Active Exploitation: This type of vulnerability is actively being exploited by malicious actors.
  • Federal Focus: Binding Operational Directive (BOD) 22-01 mandates FCEB agencies to address such vulnerabilities promptly.
  • Wider Implications: CISA encourages all organizations, not just federal agencies, to prioritize fixing these vulnerabilities.
  • Ongoing Updates: The catalog is continually updated with new vulnerabilities that meet specific risk criteria.

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