CVE-2024-0222: Use after free in ANGLE

Reference Links

• https://chromereleases.googleblog.com/2024/01/stable-channel-update-for-desktop.html (Advisory)
• https://crbug.com/1501798
• https://lists.fedoraproject.org/archives/list/package-announce@lists.fedoraproject.org/message/AYONA2XSNFMXLAW4IHLFI5UVV3QRNG5K/
• https://lists.fedoraproject.org/archives/list/package-announce@lists.fedoraproject.org/message/D6C2HN4T2S6GYNTAUXLH45LQZHK7QPHP/
• https://msrc.microsoft.com/update-guide/vulnerability/CVE-2024-0222 (Advisory)
• https://security.gentoo.org/glsa/202401-34

Parent vulnerabilities

(Appears in the following advisories)

• 1231943095317551449

Peer vulnerabilities

(Found alongside the following vulnerabilities)

• CVE-2024-0223
• CVE-2024-0224
• CVE-2024-0225

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.