CVE-2024-9955: Use after free in Web Authentication
Chromium: CVE-2024-9955 Use after free in Web Authentication
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 WebAuthentication in Google Chrome prior to 130.0.6723.58 allowed a remote attacker to potentially exploit heap corruption via a crafted HTML page. (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 130.0.6723.58 - Upgrade
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debian/chromiumto a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 130.0.6723.58-1~deb12u1 - Upgrade
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debian/chromiumto a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 130.0.6723.58-1 - Upgrade
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debian/chromiumto a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 150.0.7871.100-1~deb12u1Fixed in 156.0.8078.79-1~deb12u1Fixed in 150.0.7871.181-1~deb13u1Fixed in 156.0.8078.79-1~deb13u1Fixed in 156.0.8078.79-1 - Upgrade
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Google Chrome/Chromiumto a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 130.0.6723.58
Event History
Peer vulnerabilities
Found alongside the following vulnerabilities.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2024-9955?
CVE-2024-9955 has been classified with a high severity level due to its potential impact on user security.
How do I fix CVE-2024-9955?
To fix CVE-2024-9955, update Google Chrome to version 130.0.6723.58 or later, or update Microsoft Edge to the latest available version.
Which versions of Google Chrome are affected by CVE-2024-9955?
CVE-2024-9955 affects all Google Chrome versions prior to 130.0.6723.58.
Which versions of Microsoft Edge (Chromium-based) are impacted by CVE-2024-9955?
CVE-2024-9955 impacts Microsoft Edge (Chromium-based) versions prior to the latest available update as of the announcement.
Is Microsoft Edge's regular version affected by CVE-2024-9955?
Yes, the regular version of Microsoft Edge is affected if it is prior to version 130.0.2849.46.