SB2024032024 - Multiple vulnerabilities in Google ChromeOS



SB2024032024 - Multiple vulnerabilities in Google ChromeOS

Published: March 20, 2024 Updated: May 30, 2025

Security Bulletin ID SB2024032024
Severity
Critical
Patch available
YES
Number of vulnerabilities 2
Exploitation vector Remote access
Highest impact Code execution

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Description

This security bulletin contains information about 2 secuirty vulnerabilities.


1) Missing Authorization (CVE-ID: CVE-2024-0204)

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to compromise the affected system.

The vulnerability exists due to missing authorization checks related to the InitialAccountSetup.xhtml file along with a path normalization issue. A remote non-authenticated attacker can bypass authentication process and gain full control over the system by creating an administrative account.

Exploit example to access the initial setup page bypassing the authorization check:

https://[host]:8001/goanywhere/images/..;/wizard/InitialAccountSetup.xhtml


2) Input validation error (CVE-ID: CVE-2024-6040)

The vulnerability allows a local user to escalate privileges on the system.

The vulnerability exists due to unspecified error within the Linux kernel. A local user can execute arbitrary code with elevated privileges.


Remediation

Install update from vendor's website.