CVE-2024-4559: Heap buffer overflow in WebAudio
Chromium: CVE-2024-4559 Heap buffer overflow in WebAudio
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Heap buffer overflow in WebAudio in Google Chrome prior to 124.0.6367.155 allowed a remote attacker to potentially exploit heap corruption via a crafted HTML page. (Chromium security severity: High)
— MITRE
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
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2024-4559?
CVE-2024-4559 is classified as a high-severity vulnerability due to the potential for heap buffer overflow attacks.
How do I fix CVE-2024-4559?
To remediate CVE-2024-4559, update Google Chrome to version 124.0.6367.155 or later.
Which software is affected by CVE-2024-4559?
CVE-2024-4559 affects Google Chrome versions prior to 124.0.6367.155 and Microsoft Edge (Chromium-based) that utilizes the vulnerable Chromium base.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2024-4559?
CVE-2024-4559 is a heap buffer overflow vulnerability that can allow attackers to execute arbitrary code.
Is CVE-2024-4559 relevant for Fedora users?
Yes, CVE-2024-4559 impacts Fedora versions 38, 39, and 40 that use affected versions of Chrome.