CVE-2024-55549: Use After Free
First published: Fri Mar 14 2025(Updated: )
Last updated 19 March 2025
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| libxslt | <1.1.43 | |
| debian/libxslt | <=1.1.34-4+deb11u1<=1.1.35-1 | 1.1.34-4+deb11u2 1.1.35-1+deb12u1 1.1.35-1.2 |
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Reference Links
- https://gitlab.gnome.org/GNOME/libxslt/-/issues/127
- https://cve.mitre.org/cgi-bin/cvename.cgi?name=CVE-2024-55549
- https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2024-55549
- https://launchpad.net/bugs/cve/CVE-2024-55549
- https://security-tracker.debian.org/tracker/CVE-2024-55549
- https://ubuntu.com/security/CVE-2024-55549
- https://gitlab.gnome.org/GNOME/libxslt/-/commit/46041b65f2fbddf5c284ee1a1332fa2c515c0515
- https://project-zero.issues.chromium.org/issues/382015274
- https://access.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2025:3613
- https://access.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2025:3614
- https://access.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2025:3612
- https://access.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2025:3615
- https://access.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2025:3619
- https://access.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2025:3626
- https://access.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2025:3625
- https://access.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2025:3624
- https://access.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2025:3627
- https://access.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2025:4025
- https://access.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2025:4098
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=2352484
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2024-55549?
CVE-2024-55549 has been classified as a high-severity vulnerability due to the potential for exploitation through a use-after-free condition.
How do I fix CVE-2024-55549?
To fix CVE-2024-55549, upgrade libxslt to version 1.1.43 or later as it addresses this vulnerability.
What versions of libxslt are affected by CVE-2024-55549?
CVE-2024-55549 affects all versions of libxslt prior to 1.1.43.
What is a use-after-free issue in the context of CVE-2024-55549?
In the context of CVE-2024-55549, a use-after-free issue occurs when the software attempts to access memory after it has been freed, leading to potential vulnerabilities.
Can CVE-2024-55549 lead to remote code execution?
Yes, if exploited, CVE-2024-55549 may allow attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected systems.
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