First published: Sat Jul 23 2016(Updated: )
objects.cc in Google V8 before 5.2.361.27, as used in Google Chrome before 52.0.2743.82, does not prevent API interceptors from modifying a store target without setting a property, which allows remote attackers to bypass the Same Origin Policy via a crafted web site.
Credit: cve-coordination@google.com
Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
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Google Chrome (Trace Event) | <=51.0.2704.106 | |
Google V8 | =5.2.360 |
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CVE-2016-5128 has been classified as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential to bypass the Same Origin Policy.
To fix CVE-2016-5128, update Google Chrome to version 52.0.2743.82 or later, or ensure you are using a secure version of Google V8.
CVE-2016-5128 affects Google Chrome versions prior to 52.0.2743.82 and Google V8 version 5.2.360.
CVE-2016-5128 can be exploited by remote attackers to conduct cross-site scripting attacks by bypassing the Same Origin Policy.
CVE-2016-5128 is classified as a remote vulnerability, allowing exploitation from a malicious website.