CVE-2016-1698: Infoleak
First published: Thu Jun 02 2016(Updated: )
The createCustomType function in extensions/renderer/resources/binding.js in the extension bindings in Google Chrome before 51.0.2704.79 does not validate module types, which might allow attackers to load arbitrary modules or obtain sensitive information by leveraging a poisoned definition.
Credit: cve-coordination@google.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| redhat/Chrome | <51.0.2704.79 | 51.0.2704.79 |
| 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 | <=51.0.2704.63 |
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Reference Links
- http://googlechromereleases.blogspot.com/2016/06/stable-channel-update.html
- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-security-announce/2016-06/msg00003.html
- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-security-announce/2016-06/msg00004.html
- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-security-announce/2016-06/msg00005.html
- http://www.debian.org/security/2016/dsa-3594
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1036026
- https://access.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2016:1201
- https://codereview.chromium.org/1912783002
- https://crbug.com/603725
- https://code.google.com/p/chromium/issues/detail?id=603725
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=1342003
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2016-1698?
CVE-2016-1698 is considered a high-severity vulnerability that may allow attackers to load arbitrary modules in Google Chrome.
How do I fix CVE-2016-1698?
To fix CVE-2016-1698, update Google Chrome to version 51.0.2704.79 or later.
Which versions of Google Chrome are affected by CVE-2016-1698?
CVE-2016-1698 affects all versions of Google Chrome prior to 51.0.2704.79.
What impact does CVE-2016-1698 have on users?
CVE-2016-1698 can potentially allow attackers to access sensitive information or execute arbitrary code.
Is CVE-2016-1698 relevant for users of Linux distributions?
Yes, CVE-2016-1698 affects Google Chrome on various Linux distributions including Red Hat and SUSE, up to specific versions.
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