CVE-2016-1657
First published: Mon Apr 18 2016(Updated: )
The WebContentsImpl::FocusLocationBarByDefault function in content/browser/web_contents/web_contents_impl.cc in Google Chrome before 50.0.2661.75 mishandles focus for certain about:blank pages, which allows remote attackers to spoof the address bar via a crafted URL.
Credit: cve-coordination@google.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Debian | =8.0 | |
| SUSE Package Hub for SUSE Linux Enterprise | =12 | |
| SUSE Linux | =42.1 | |
| Google Chrome (Trace Event) | <=49.0.2623.112 |
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Reference Links
- http://googlechromereleases.blogspot.com/2016/04/stable-channel-update_13.html
- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-security-announce/2016-04/msg00040.html
- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-security-announce/2016-04/msg00041.html
- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-security-announce/2016-04/msg00049.html
- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-security-announce/2016-04/msg00050.html
- http://rhn.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2016-0638.html
- http://www.debian.org/security/2016/dsa-3549
- https://codereview.chromium.org/1678233003/
- https://crbug.com/567445
- https://security.gentoo.org/glsa/201605-02
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2016-1657?
CVE-2016-1657 has a medium severity rating due to its potential for an address bar spoofing attack.
How do I fix CVE-2016-1657?
To fix CVE-2016-1657, update Google Chrome to version 50.0.2661.75 or later.
Which versions of Google Chrome are affected by CVE-2016-1657?
CVE-2016-1657 affects Google Chrome versions prior to 50.0.2661.75.
Can other operating systems be affected by CVE-2016-1657?
Yes, CVE-2016-1657 can affect Debian Linux 8.0, SUSE Linux Enterprise 12, and openSUSE Leap 42.1.
What type of attack does CVE-2016-1657 facilitate?
CVE-2016-1657 facilitates a spoofing attack on the address bar through crafted URLs on certain about:blank pages.
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