CVE-2024-4671: Google Chromium Visuals Use-After-Free Vulnerability
First published: Thu May 09 2024(Updated: )
<p>This CVE was assigned by Chrome. Microsoft Edge (Chromium-based) ingests Chromium, which addresses this vulnerability. Please see <a href="https://chromereleases.googleblog.com/2024">Google Chrome Releases</a> for more information.</p> <p>Google is aware that an exploit for CVE-2024-4671 exists in the wild.</p>
Credit: chrome-cve-admin@google.com Anonymous
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Chromium | ||
| Google Chrome | <124.0.6367.201 | 124.0.6367.201 |
| Google Chrome | <124.0.6367.201 | |
| Fedora | =38 | |
| Fedora | =39 | |
| Fedora | =40 | |
| Microsoft Edge Chromium |
Remedy
Apply mitigations per vendor instructions or discontinue use of the product if mitigations are unavailable.
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Reference Links
- https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/google-fixes-fifth-chrome-zero-day-vulnerability-exploited-in-attacks-in-2024/
- https://www.zdnet.com/article/update-your-chrome-browser-asap-google-has-confirmed-a-zero-day-exploited-in-the-wild/
- https://msrc.microsoft.com/update-guide/vulnerability/CVE-2024-4671 (Advisory)
- https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/google-chrome-emergency-update-fixes-6th-zero-day-exploited-in-2024/
- https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/russian-apt29-hackers-use-ios-chrome-exploits-created-by-spyware-vendors/
- https://chromereleases.googleblog.com/2024/05/stable-channel-update-for-desktop_9.html
- https://issues.chromium.org/issues/339266700
- https://lists.fedoraproject.org/archives/list/package-announce@lists.fedoraproject.org/message/NTSN22LNYXMWHVTYNOYQVOY7VDZFHENQ/
- https://lists.fedoraproject.org/archives/list/package-announce@lists.fedoraproject.org/message/FAWEKDQTHPN7NFEMLIWP7YMIZ2DHF36N/
- https://lists.fedoraproject.org/archives/list/package-announce@lists.fedoraproject.org/message/WSUWM73ZCXTN62AT2REYQDD5ZKPFMDZD/
- https://lists.fedoraproject.org/archives/list/package-announce@lists.fedoraproject.org/message/6G7EYH2JAK5OJPVNC6AXYQ5K7YGYNCDN/
- https://lists.fedoraproject.org/archives/list/package-announce@lists.fedoraproject.org/message/BWFSZNNWSQYDRYKNLBDGEXXKMBXDYQ3F/
- https://chromereleases.googleblog.com/2024/05/stable-channel-update-for-desktop_9.html?m=1; (Advisory)
- https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2024-4671
- https://www.theregister.com/2025/02/10/infosec_in_brief/
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2024-4671?
CVE-2024-4671 is classified as a high-severity vulnerability affecting Google Chrome and Microsoft Edge (Chromium-based).
How do I fix CVE-2024-4671?
To fix CVE-2024-4671, update Google Chrome to version 124.0.6367.201 or later, or update Microsoft Edge to the latest version available.
Which products are affected by CVE-2024-4671?
CVE-2024-4671 affects Google Chrome versions prior to 124.0.6367.201 and Microsoft Edge (Chromium-based) browsers.
Is there a known exploit for CVE-2024-4671?
Yes, Google is aware that an exploit for CVE-2024-4671 is being actively utilized in attacks.
What operating systems are impacted by CVE-2024-4671?
CVE-2024-4671 impacts users of Google Chrome and Microsoft Edge on various operating systems, including Fedora 38, 39, and 40.
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