CVE-2024-5159: Heap buffer overflow in ANGLE

Reference Links

• https://chromereleases.googleblog.com/2024/05/stable-channel-update-for-desktop_21.html (Advisory)
• https://issues.chromium.org/issues/335613092
• https://msrc.microsoft.com/update-guide/vulnerability/CVE-2024-5159 (Advisory)
• https://lists.fedoraproject.org/archives/list/package-announce@lists.fedoraproject.org/message/5KEVD4433KTOCYY6V4I7MMYKQ6URUS4L/
• https://lists.fedoraproject.org/archives/list/package-announce@lists.fedoraproject.org/message/FX6IYZ6XF7B2WE66NFPNI2NHWJFI6VDF/

Parent vulnerabilities

(Appears in the following advisories)

• 2354848576858435852

Peer vulnerabilities

(Found alongside the following vulnerabilities)

• CVE-2024-5157
• CVE-2024-5158
• CVE-2024-5160

Frequently Asked Questions

• What is the severity of CVE-2024-5159?

  CVE-2024-5159 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to the potential for a heap buffer overflow.

• How do I fix CVE-2024-5159?

  To fix CVE-2024-5159, update Google Chrome to version 125.0.6422.76 or later, or update Microsoft Edge to the latest version.

• Which software is affected by CVE-2024-5159?

  CVE-2024-5159 affects Google Chrome versions prior to 125.0.6422.76 and Microsoft Edge based on Chromium.

• Is CVE-2024-5159 exploitable in the wild?

  There is evidence that CVE-2024-5159 may be actively exploited in the wild, making it crucial to apply patches promptly.

• What type of vulnerability is CVE-2024-5159?

  CVE-2024-5159 is a heap buffer overflow vulnerability which can lead to memory corruption and potential arbitrary code execution.