CVE-2024-5832: Use after free in Dawn
Chromium: CVE-2024-5832 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 126.0.6478.54 allowed a remote attacker to potentially exploit heap corruption via a crafted HTML page. (Chromium security severity: High)
— MITRE
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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 126.0.6478.54 - Upgrade
Upgrade
Chromium (Dawn)to a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 126.0.6478.54
Event History
Peer vulnerabilities
Found alongside the following vulnerabilities.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2024-5832?
CVE-2024-5832 is classified as a high-severity vulnerability due to its potential for exploitation.
How do I fix CVE-2024-5832?
To mitigate CVE-2024-5832, update Google Chrome to version 126.0.6478.54 or later.
Which versions of Google Chrome are affected by CVE-2024-5832?
CVE-2024-5832 affects Google Chrome versions prior to 126.0.6478.54.
Does CVE-2024-5832 affect Microsoft Edge?
Yes, CVE-2024-5832 affects Microsoft Edge (Chromium-based) due to its reliance on the Chromium engine.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2024-5832?
CVE-2024-5832 is a use after free vulnerability that can potentially lead to arbitrary code execution.