CVE-2024-2627 in Chrome
Summary
by MITRE • 03/20/2024
Use after free in Canvas in Google Chrome prior to 123.0.6312.58 allowed a remote attacker to potentially exploit heap corruption via a crafted HTML page. (Chromium security severity: Medium)
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 04/13/2025
The vulnerability identified as CVE-2024-2627 represents a critical use-after-free condition within the Canvas rendering component of Google Chrome browsers. This flaw exists in versions prior to 123.0.6312.58 and constitutes a medium severity issue according to Chromium security guidelines. The vulnerability manifests when the browser processes specially crafted HTML pages that manipulate canvas elements in ways that trigger improper memory management. The underlying technical issue occurs when the browser attempts to access memory that has already been freed, creating opportunities for heap corruption that can be exploited by remote attackers. This type of vulnerability falls under the CWE-416 category of Use After Free, which is classified as a common weakness in software security practices. The Canvas API in web browsers is particularly susceptible to such issues because it handles complex graphics operations that require extensive memory management and object lifecycle control.
The operational impact of this vulnerability extends beyond simple browser instability, as it creates potential attack vectors for remote code execution and system compromise. When an attacker crafts a malicious HTML page that triggers the use-after-free condition, they can potentially manipulate the browser's memory layout to execute arbitrary code within the context of the browser process. This attack surface is particularly concerning because web browsers serve as primary entry points for most users and often have elevated privileges on the underlying operating system. The heap corruption that results from this vulnerability can be leveraged to overwrite critical memory structures, potentially leading to privilege escalation or complete system compromise. The medium severity classification reflects the fact that exploitation requires user interaction through a malicious webpage, but the potential consequences are severe enough to warrant immediate attention.
Mitigation strategies for CVE-2024-2627 primarily focus on immediate browser updates and implementation of additional security controls. Organizations should prioritize updating all affected Chrome installations to version 123.0.6312.58 or later, as this release contains the necessary patches to address the use-after-free condition. Network administrators should also implement web content filtering solutions that can detect and block suspicious HTML content that may trigger such vulnerabilities. The vulnerability aligns with several ATT&CK techniques including T1059.007 for command and scripting interpreter and T1557 for dynamic resolution of remote systems, as attackers may attempt to leverage the compromised browser to establish further footholds. Additional protective measures include enabling sandboxing features, implementing strict content security policies, and conducting regular security assessments of web applications that utilize canvas elements. Security teams should also monitor for indicators of compromise related to this vulnerability through network traffic analysis and endpoint detection systems that can identify exploitation attempts against the affected browser components.