A security update for Chromium has been released for Fedora Linux version 42, specifically updating to version 138.0.7204.49-1.fc42. This update addresses several critical vulnerabilities, including:
- CVE-2025-6555: A "use after free" issue in Animation.
- CVE-2025-6556: Insufficient policy enforcement in the Loader.
- CVE-2025-6557: Inadequate data validation in DevTools.
The update was officially announced on June 30, 2025, and can be installed using the "dnf" package manager by executing the command: `su -c 'dnf upgrade --advisory FEDORA-2025-1a665fa5c8'`.
For users seeking further details about the vulnerabilities and the update, references to specific bug reports are provided, which are available on the Fedora project’s Bugzilla.
To ensure system security, it is crucial for users to keep their software up to date with the latest patches, especially when they address vulnerabilities that could potentially compromise the integrity or security of their systems. Users are encouraged to regularly check for updates and consult the Fedora Project's documentation for guidance on maintaining their systems.
In addition to this update, it is recommended that users familiarize themselves with best practices for online security and browser usage, such as utilizing ad blockers, being cautious with plugins, and ensuring secure browsing habits to further protect against potential threats
- CVE-2025-6555: A "use after free" issue in Animation.
- CVE-2025-6556: Insufficient policy enforcement in the Loader.
- CVE-2025-6557: Inadequate data validation in DevTools.
The update was officially announced on June 30, 2025, and can be installed using the "dnf" package manager by executing the command: `su -c 'dnf upgrade --advisory FEDORA-2025-1a665fa5c8'`.
For users seeking further details about the vulnerabilities and the update, references to specific bug reports are provided, which are available on the Fedora project’s Bugzilla.
To ensure system security, it is crucial for users to keep their software up to date with the latest patches, especially when they address vulnerabilities that could potentially compromise the integrity or security of their systems. Users are encouraged to regularly check for updates and consult the Fedora Project's documentation for guidance on maintaining their systems.
In addition to this update, it is recommended that users familiarize themselves with best practices for online security and browser usage, such as utilizing ad blockers, being cautious with plugins, and ensuring secure browsing habits to further protect against potential threats
Chromium update for Fedora 42
A Chromium security update has been released for Fedora Linux:
Fedora 42 Update: chromium-138.0.7204.49-1.fc42
