CVE-2024-0222: Use after free in ANGLE
Chromium: CVE-2024-0222 Use after free in ANGLE
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This CVE was assigned by Chrome. Microsoft Edge (Chromium-based) ingests Chromium, which addresses this vulnerability. Please see Google Chrome Releases for more information.
— Microsoft
Use after free in ANGLE in Google Chrome prior to 120.0.6099.199 allowed a remote attacker who had compromised the renderer process to potentially exploit heap corruption via a crafted HTML page. (Chromium security severity: High)
— MITRE
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2024-0222?
CVE-2024-0222 has been classified as a high severity vulnerability due to the use after free issue it presents.
How do I fix CVE-2024-0222?
To fix CVE-2024-0222, update Google Chrome to version 120.0.6099.199 or later, or update Microsoft Edge to the latest security version.
Which software products are affected by CVE-2024-0222?
CVE-2024-0222 affects Google Chrome versions prior to 120.0.6099.199 and Microsoft Edge (Chromium-based) versions prior to the latest security updates.
What type of vulnerability is identified in CVE-2024-0222?
CVE-2024-0222 is a use after free vulnerability that can potentially allow attackers to execute arbitrary code.
Who reported CVE-2024-0222?
CVE-2024-0222 was reported and assigned by the Google Chrome security team.