CVE-2024-5494: Use after free in Dawn
First published: Wed May 01 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>
Credit: wgslfuzz chrome-cve-admin@google.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft Edge | ||
| Google Chrome (Trace Event) | <125.0.6422.141 | 125.0.6422.141 |
| All of | ||
| Google Chrome (Trace Event) | <125.0.6422.141 | |
| Microsoft Windows | ||
| Fedora | =39 | |
| Fedora | =40 |
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Reference Links
- https://chromereleases.googleblog.com/2024/05/stable-channel-update-for-desktop_30.html (Advisory)
- https://msrc.microsoft.com/update-guide/vulnerability/CVE-2024-5494 (Advisory)
- https://issues.chromium.org/issues/338071106
- https://lists.fedoraproject.org/archives/list/package-announce@lists.fedoraproject.org/message/D5SQOWDIVBXQYQPPBSCH7EFISYAOCTHD/
- https://lists.fedoraproject.org/archives/list/package-announce@lists.fedoraproject.org/message/ZW4TZXVPN3NLZ4UDGZP6OASUM4OVLXX2/
Peer vulnerabilities
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2024-5494?
CVE-2024-5494 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential to allow remote code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2024-5494?
To fix CVE-2024-5494, update Google Chrome to version 125.0.6422.141 or later.
What products are affected by CVE-2024-5494?
CVE-2024-5494 affects Google Chrome up to version 125.0.6422.141, as well as Microsoft Edge (Chromium-based) that utilizes the Chromium engine.
Is CVE-2024-5494 exploitable on all platforms?
CVE-2024-5494 can be exploited on platforms where vulnerable versions of Google Chrome are installed, including Windows and Fedora 39 and 40.
Has CVE-2024-5494 been fixed in all major browsers?
Yes, the vulnerability has been addressed in the latest updates for Google Chrome and Microsoft Edge (Chromium-based).
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