CVE-2024-5495: Use after free in Dawn
Chromium: CVE-2024-5495 Use after free in Dawn
Other sources
This CVE was assigned by Chrome. Microsoft Edge (Chromium-based) ingests Chromium, which addresses this vulnerability. Please see Google Chrome Releases for more information.
— Microsoft
Use after free in Dawn in Google Chrome prior to 125.0.6422.141 allowed a remote attacker to potentially exploit heap corruption via a crafted HTML page. (Chromium security severity: High)
— MITRE
Credit
Affected Software
Remediation
Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.
- Upgrade
Upgrade
Google Chrome (Trace Event)to a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 125.0.6422.141 - Upgrade
Upgrade
Chromium (Dawn)to a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 125.0.6422.141
Event History
Peer vulnerabilities
Found alongside the following vulnerabilities.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2024-5495?
CVE-2024-5495 has been classified with a high severity rating due to the potential for exploitation via a use after free vulnerability.
How do I fix CVE-2024-5495?
To fix CVE-2024-5495, users should update Google Chrome to version 125.0.6422.141 or later, or apply the latest security updates for Microsoft Edge (Chromium-based).
Which software is affected by CVE-2024-5495?
CVE-2024-5495 affects Google Chrome versions below 125.0.6422.141 and specified versions of Microsoft Edge (Chromium-based).
Is there a workaround for CVE-2024-5495?
Currently, the best approach to mitigate CVE-2024-5495 is to ensure that your browser is updated to the latest version.
Is CVE-2024-5495 being actively exploited in the wild?
As of now, there is no public indication that CVE-2024-5495 is being actively exploited in the wild.