CVE-2024-5847: Use after free in PDFium
Chromium: CVE-2024-5847 Use after free in PDFium
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 PDFium in Google Chrome prior to 126.0.6478.54 allowed a remote attacker to potentially exploit heap corruption via a crafted PDF file. (Chromium security severity: Medium)
— MITRE
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Affected Software
Remediation
Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.
- Upgrade
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Google Chrome (Trace Event)to a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 126.0.6478.54 - Upgrade
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Chromium-based (Microsoft Edge / Google Chrome via Chromium)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-2024-5847?
CVE-2024-5847 has been classified with a high severity due to its potential to allow attackers to exploit a use-after-free vulnerability in web browsers.
How do I fix CVE-2024-5847?
To mitigate CVE-2024-5847, users should upgrade to the latest version of Google Chrome, specifically version 126.0.6478.54 or above.
What products are affected by CVE-2024-5847?
CVE-2024-5847 primarily affects Google Chrome versions below 126.0.6478.54 and Microsoft Edge (Chromium-based) that incorporates Chromium.
Is CVE-2024-5847 present in Fedora 39 and 40?
Yes, CVE-2024-5847 is identified in Fedora 39 and 40, affecting the system's Chromium browser implementations.
What kind of vulnerability is CVE-2024-5847?
CVE-2024-5847 is a use-after-free vulnerability that can lead to unauthorized memory access, potentially allowing remote code execution.