CVE-2016-1662: Use After Free

Published May 14, 2016
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Updated

extensions/renderer/gccallback.cc in Google Chrome before 50.0.2661.94 does not prevent fallback execution once the Garbage Collection callback has started, which allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (use-after-free) or possibly have unspecified other impact via unknown vectors.

Affected Software

6 affected components
Google Chrome<=50.0.2661.87
redhat Enterprise Linux Desktop Supplementary=6.0
redhat Enterprise Linux Server Supplementary=6.0
redhat Enterprise Linux Server Supplementary Eus=6.7z
redhat Enterprise Linux Workstation Supplementary=6.0
openSUSE openSUSE=13.1

Event History

May 14, 2016
CVE Published
via MITRE·09:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·09:00 PM
Description

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2016-1662?

CVE-2016-1662 is classified as a high severity vulnerability that can lead to denial of service due to a use-after-free condition.

2

How do I fix CVE-2016-1662?

To fix CVE-2016-1662, update Google Chrome to version 50.0.2661.94 or later.

3

What potential impact does CVE-2016-1662 have?

CVE-2016-1662 may allow remote attackers to exploit the vulnerability to cause denial of service or potentially other unspecified impacts.

4

Which versions of Google Chrome are affected by CVE-2016-1662?

CVE-2016-1662 affects Google Chrome versions prior to 50.0.2661.94.

5

Are there any affected operating systems related to CVE-2016-1662?

CVE-2016-1662 also affects certain versions of Red Hat Enterprise Linux and openSUSE.

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