CVE-2024-4948: Use after free in Dawn

Reference Links

• https://chromereleases.googleblog.com/2024/05/stable-channel-update-for-desktop_15.html (Advisory)
• https://msrc.microsoft.com/update-guide/vulnerability/CVE-2024-4948 (Advisory)
• https://issues.chromium.org/issues/333414294
• 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/NTSN22LNYXMWHVTYNOYQVOY7VDZFHENQ/

Parent vulnerabilities

(Appears in the following advisories)

• 6025264011428007699

Peer vulnerabilities

(Found alongside the following vulnerabilities)

• CVE-2024-4947
• CVE-2024-4949
• CVE-2024-4950

Frequently Asked Questions

• What is the severity of CVE-2024-4948?

  CVE-2024-4948 has a high severity due to its potential to cause exploitation through a use-after-free vulnerability.

• How do I fix CVE-2024-4948?

  To fix CVE-2024-4948, update Google Chrome to version 125.0.6422.60 or later.

• Which software is affected by CVE-2024-4948?

  CVE-2024-4948 affects Google Chrome up to version 125.0.6422.60 and Microsoft Edge based on Chromium.

• What is a use after free vulnerability in CVE-2024-4948?

  A use after free vulnerability like CVE-2024-4948 occurs when a program continues to use a memory reference after it has been freed, leading to potential code execution.

• Is CVE-2024-4948 relevant for Fedora users?

  Yes, CVE-2024-4948 is relevant for Fedora users running versions 38, 39, or 40, as it affects Chromium-based applications.