CVE-2016-1701: Use After Free
First published: Thu Jun 02 2016(Updated: )
The Autofill implementation in Google Chrome before 51.0.2704.79 mishandles the interaction between field updates and JavaScript code that triggers a frame deletion, which allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (use-after-free) or possibly have unspecified other impact via a crafted web site, a different vulnerability than CVE-2016-1690.
Credit: cve-coordination@google.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| redhat/Chrome | <51.0.2704.79 | 51.0.2704.79 |
| Google Chrome | <=51.0.2704.63 | |
| Debian | =8.0 | |
| SUSE openSUSE | =42.1 | |
| Open edX | =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 |
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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/1960023002
- https://crbug.com/608101
- https://code.google.com/p/chromium/issues/detail?id=608101
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=1342007
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2016-1701?
CVE-2016-1701 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential to lead to denial of service and exploit through use-after-free conditions.
How do I fix CVE-2016-1701?
To fix CVE-2016-1701, update Google Chrome to version 51.0.2704.79 or later.
Which versions of Chrome are affected by CVE-2016-1701?
CVE-2016-1701 affects all versions of Google Chrome prior to 51.0.2704.79.
Can CVE-2016-1701 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2016-1701 can be exploited remotely by attackers to cause a denial of service.
What platforms are impacted by CVE-2016-1701?
CVE-2016-1701 impacts various platforms, including specific versions of Red Hat, Debian, and openSUSE systems.
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