First published: Sun Mar 13 2016(Updated: )
WebKit/Source/core/layout/LayoutObject.cpp in Blink, as used in Google Chrome before 49.0.2623.87, does not properly restrict relayout scheduling, which allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (use-after-free) or possibly have unspecified other impact via a crafted HTML document.
Credit: cve-coordination@google.com
Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
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Google Chrome | <=49.0.2623.75 |
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CVE-2016-1644 has a high severity rating as it can lead to denial of service through a use-after-free vulnerability.
To fix CVE-2016-1644, you should update Google Chrome to version 49.0.2623.87 or later.
CVE-2016-1644 affects Google Chrome versions prior to 49.0.2623.87.
CVE-2016-1644 can be exploited by remote attackers to cause a denial of service.
CVE-2016-1644 affects the Blink layout engine within Google Chrome.