CVE-2016-1663: Use After Free

Published May 14, 2016
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Updated

The SerializedScriptValue::transferArrayBuffers function in WebKit/Source/bindings/core/v8/SerializedScriptValue.cpp in the V8 bindings in Blink, as used in Google Chrome before 50.0.2661.94, mishandles certain array-buffer data structures, which allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (use-after-free) or possibly have unspecified other impact via a crafted web site.

Affected Software

6 affected components
openSUSE openSUSE=13.1
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
Google Chrome<=50.0.2661.87

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-2016-1663?

CVE-2016-1663 has been classified with high severity due to its potential to cause a denial of service.

2

How do I fix CVE-2016-1663?

To fix CVE-2016-1663, update Google Chrome to version 50.0.2661.94 or later.

3

What versions of Google Chrome are affected by CVE-2016-1663?

CVE-2016-1663 affects Google Chrome versions prior to 50.0.2661.94.

4

Which operating systems are impacted by CVE-2016-1663?

CVE-2016-1663 affects multiple operating systems including openSUSE 13.1 and various editions of Red Hat Enterprise Linux 6.0.

5

Can exploiting CVE-2016-1663 lead to data leakage?

Exploiting CVE-2016-1663 primarily leads to a denial of service and does not directly result in data leakage.

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