CVE-2023-37143

Summary

CVE-2023-37143 is a newly disclosed vulnerability affecting the ChakraCore branch master. The issue lies within the function BackwardPass::IsEmptyLoopAfterMemOp() and involves a segmentation violation. When this function is executed improperly, it can lead to memory being accessed in an unintended manner, potentially allowing an attacker to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial-of-service condition. This vulnerability could be exploited through a web browser or other applications that use the ChakraCore rendering engine, making it a significant concern for organizations and individuals using such software. Mitigation measures include updating to the latest ChakraCore version or employing additional security controls to protect against potential exploitation.

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