CVE-2024-5274: Google Chromium V8 Type Confusion Vulnerability
First published: Mon May 20 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-2024-5274 exists in the wild.</p>
Credit: Clément Lecigne Google's Threat Analysis GroupBrendon Tiszka Chrome Security chrome-cve-admin@google.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft Edge | ||
| Google Chrome (Trace Event) | <125.0.6422.112 | 125.0.6422.112 |
| Google Chromium | ||
| Google Chrome | <125.0.6422.112 | |
| Red Hat Fedora | =39 | |
| Red Hat Fedora | =40 |
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-eighth-actively-exploited-chrome-zero-day-this-year/
- https://msrc.microsoft.com/update-guide/vulnerability/CVE-2024-5274 (Advisory)
- https://chromereleases.googleblog.com/2024/05/stable-channel-update-for-desktop_23.html
- https://issues.chromium.org/issues/341663589
- https://lists.fedoraproject.org/archives/list/package-announce@lists.fedoraproject.org/message/T6IBUYVPD4MIFQNNYBGAPI5MOECWXXOB/
- https://lists.fedoraproject.org/archives/list/package-announce@lists.fedoraproject.org/message/AVC3FNI7HZLVSRIFBVUSBHI233DZYBKP/
- 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_23.html?m=1; (Advisory)
- https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2024-5274
- https://www.theregister.com/2025/04/14/security_in_brief/
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2024-5274?
CVE-2024-5274 has been identified as a critical vulnerability affecting several Chromium-based browsers.
How do I fix CVE-2024-5274?
To fix CVE-2024-5274, ensure you are using the latest version of Google Chrome or Microsoft Edge (Chromium-based) as per the recommended updates.
Which products are affected by CVE-2024-5274?
CVE-2024-5274 affects Google Chrome versions up to 125.0.6422.112 and Microsoft Edge based on Chromium.
Is CVE-2024-5274 actively exploited?
Yes, Google has confirmed that CVE-2024-5274 is actively being exploited in the wild.
What are the recommended actions for CVE-2024-5274?
Users should update their browsers immediately to the latest versions to mitigate the risks associated with CVE-2024-5274.
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