CVE-2024-6290: Use after free in Dawn
First published: Thu May 23 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: chrome-cve-admin@google.com wgslfuzz
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft Edge | ||
| Google Chrome (Trace Event) | <126.0.6478.126 | 126.0.6478.126 |
| Google Chrome (Trace Event) | <126.0.6478.126 | |
| Fedora | =39 | |
| Fedora | =40 |
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Reference Links
- https://chromereleases.googleblog.com/2024/06/stable-channel-update-for-desktop_24.html (Advisory)
- https://issues.chromium.org/issues/342428008
- https://lists.fedoraproject.org/archives/list/package-announce@lists.fedoraproject.org/message/T6OJ65HWXYSYMH55VDO6N36EOZFUNL4O/
- https://lists.fedoraproject.org/archives/list/package-announce@lists.fedoraproject.org/message/WHV5WTU27YOIBIM2CON42SHWY6J2HPRS/
- https://msrc.microsoft.com/update-guide/vulnerability/CVE-2024-6290 (Advisory)
Peer vulnerabilities
(Found alongside the following vulnerabilities)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2024-6290?
CVE-2024-6290 has been classified as a medium severity vulnerability.
How do I fix CVE-2024-6290?
To fix CVE-2024-6290, update Google Chrome to version 126.0.6478.126 or later.
Which software is affected by CVE-2024-6290?
CVE-2024-6290 affects Google Chrome versions below 126.0.6478.126 and Microsoft Edge based on Chromium.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2024-6290?
CVE-2024-6290 is categorized as a use after free vulnerability.
Has CVE-2024-6290 been patched?
Yes, CVE-2024-6290 has been patched in the latest releases of affected browsers.
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