CVE-2016-2051: Critical severity google chrome (trace event) vulnerability

Published Jan 25, 2016
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Updated

Multiple unspecified vulnerabilities in Google V8 before 4.8.271.17, as used in Google Chrome before 48.0.2564.82, allow attackers to cause a denial of service or possibly have other impact via unknown vectors.

Affected Software

5 affected components
Google Chrome<=47.0.2526.111
redhat Enterprise Linux Desktop Supplementary=6.0
redhat Enterprise Linux Server Supplementary=6.0
redhat Enterprise Linux Server Supplementary Eus=6.7.z
redhat Enterprise Linux Workstation Supplementary=6.0

Event History

Jan 25, 2016
CVE Published
via MITRE·11:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·11:00 AM
Description

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2016-2051?

CVE-2016-2051 is considered to have a high severity due to its potential to cause a denial of service.

2

How do I fix CVE-2016-2051?

To fix CVE-2016-2051, upgrade your version of Google Chrome to 48.0.2564.82 or later, or apply the latest updates from Red Hat for affected systems.

3

Which versions of Google Chrome are affected by CVE-2016-2051?

CVE-2016-2051 affects Google Chrome versions prior to 48.0.2564.82.

4

What types of systems are affected by CVE-2016-2051?

CVE-2016-2051 affects multiple versions of Google Chrome and several versions of Red Hat Enterprise Linux including the desktop and server supplementary packages.

5

Can CVE-2016-2051 be exploited remotely?

Yes, CVE-2016-2051 can be exploited remotely, allowing attackers to potentially cause a denial of service.

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