CVE-2016-1655: Use After Free

Published Apr 18, 2016
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Updated

Google Chrome before 50.0.2661.75 does not properly consider that frame removal may occur during callback execution, which allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (use-after-free) or possibly have unspecified other impact via a crafted extension.

Affected Software

7 affected components
Debian Debian Linux=8.0
openSUSE Leap=42.1
SUSE Linux Enterprise=12.0
Google Chrome<=49.0.2623.112
Canonical Ubuntu Linux=14.04
Canonical Ubuntu Linux=15.10
Canonical Ubuntu Linux=16.04

Event History

Apr 18, 2016
CVE Published
via MITRE·10:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·10:00 AM
Description

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2016-1655?

CVE-2016-1655 is classified as a high-severity vulnerability due to its potential for causing denial of service and other unspecified impacts.

2

How do I fix CVE-2016-1655?

To fix CVE-2016-1655, upgrade Google Chrome to version 50.0.2661.75 or later.

3

Which versions of Google Chrome are affected by CVE-2016-1655?

CVE-2016-1655 affects Google Chrome versions prior to 50.0.2661.75.

4

Which operating systems are impacted by CVE-2016-1655?

CVE-2016-1655 impacts various versions of Debian, openSUSE, SUSE Linux Enterprise Server, and Ubuntu Linux.

5

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2016-1655?

CVE-2016-1655 is a use-after-free vulnerability that allows remote attackers to impact system stability.

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