CVE-2016-1693
First published: Thu May 26 2016(Updated: )
browser/safe_browsing/srt_field_trial_win.cc in Google Chrome before 51.0.2704.63 does not use the HTTPS service on dl.google.com to obtain the Software Removal Tool, which allows remote attackers to spoof the chrome_cleanup_tool.exe (aka CCT) file via a man-in-the-middle attack on an HTTP session.
Credit: cve-coordination@google.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| redhat/Chrome | <51.0.2704.63 | 51.0.2704.63 |
| Debian Linux | =8.0 | |
| SUSE Linux | =42.1 | |
| openSUSE | =13.2 | |
| Red Hat Enterprise Linux Desktop | =6.0 | |
| Red Hat Enterprise Linux Server | =6.0 | |
| Red Hat Enterprise Linux Workstation | =6.0 | |
| SUSE Linux Enterprise Server | =12.0 | |
| Google Chrome | <=50.0.2661.102 |
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Reference Links
- http://googlechromereleases.blogspot.com/2016/05/stable-channel-update_25.html
- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-security-announce/2016-05/msg00062.html
- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-security-announce/2016-05/msg00063.html
- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-security-announce/2016-06/msg00005.html
- http://www.debian.org/security/2016/dsa-3590
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/90876
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1035981
- https://access.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2016:1190
- https://codereview.chromium.org/1919043002
- https://crbug.com/598752
- https://security.gentoo.org/glsa/201607-07
- https://code.google.com/p/chromium/issues/detail?id=598752
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=1340028
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2016-1693?
CVE-2016-1693 is considered a high severity vulnerability due to the potential for man-in-the-middle attacks.
How do I fix CVE-2016-1693?
To fix CVE-2016-1693, upgrade your Google Chrome browser to version 51.0.2704.63 or later.
What types of attacks does CVE-2016-1693 allow?
CVE-2016-1693 allows attackers to perform man-in-the-middle attacks that can lead to spoofing of the Software Removal Tool.
Which versions of Google Chrome are affected by CVE-2016-1693?
All versions of Google Chrome prior to 51.0.2704.63 are affected by CVE-2016-1693.
Are any operating systems affected by CVE-2016-1693?
Yes, CVE-2016-1693 affects various operating systems including Red Hat, Debian, and SUSE Linux distributions.
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