CVE-2016-5129: Buffer Overflow
First published: Sat Jul 23 2016(Updated: )
Google V8 before 5.2.361.32, as used in Google Chrome before 52.0.2743.82, does not properly process left-trimmed objects, which allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (memory corruption) or possibly have unspecified other impact via crafted JavaScript code.
Credit: cve-coordination@google.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Android | ||
| Google Chrome (Trace Event) | =51.0.2704.106 | |
| Google V8 | <=5.2.360 |
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Reference Links
- https://source.android.com/docs/security/bulletin/2017-04-01 (Advisory)
- http://googlechromereleases.blogspot.com/2016/07/stable-channel-update.html
- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-security-announce/2016-07/msg00020.html
- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-security-announce/2016-07/msg00021.html
- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-security-announce/2016-07/msg00022.html
- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-security-announce/2016-07/msg00028.html
- http://rhn.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2016-1485.html
- http://www.debian.org/security/2016/dsa-3637
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/92053
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1036428
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1038201
- http://www.ubuntu.com/usn/USN-3041-1
- https://codereview.chromium.org/2078403002/
- https://codereview.chromium.org/2102243002
- https://codereview.chromium.org/2111133002
- https://crbug.com/620553
- https://security.gentoo.org/glsa/201610-09
- https://source.android.com/security/bulletin/2017-04-01
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2016-5129?
CVE-2016-5129 has been classified as a critical severity vulnerability due to its potential to cause memory corruption and denial of service.
How do I fix CVE-2016-5129?
To fix CVE-2016-5129, update your Google Chrome to version 52.0.2743.82 or later, or update your Google V8 to a version higher than 5.2.361.32.
Which versions of Google Chrome are affected by CVE-2016-5129?
CVE-2016-5129 affects Google Chrome versions prior to 52.0.2743.82.
Are Android devices affected by CVE-2016-5129?
Yes, CVE-2016-5129 can impact Android devices that utilize vulnerable versions of Google Chrome and Google V8.
What type of attack is possible with CVE-2016-5129?
CVE-2016-5129 can potentially lead to a denial of service attack through crafted JavaScript code that triggers memory corruption.
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