CVE-2016-5150: Use After Free

Published Sep 11, 2016
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Updated

WebKit/Source/bindings/modules/v8/V8BindingForModules.cpp in Blink, as used in Google Chrome before 53.0.2785.89 on Windows and OS X and before 53.0.2785.92 on Linux, has an Indexed Database (aka IndexedDB) API implementation that does not properly restrict key-path evaluation, which allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (use-after-free) or possibly have unspecified other impact via crafted JavaScript code that leverages certain side effects.

Affected Software

2 affected components
openSUSE Leap=42.1
Google Chrome<=52.0.2743.116

Event History

Sep 11, 2016
CVE Published
via MITRE·10:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·10:00 AM
Description

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2016-5150?

CVE-2016-5150 is rated as a high-severity vulnerability due to potential unauthorized access to indexed databases.

2

How do I fix CVE-2016-5150?

To fix CVE-2016-5150, update Google Chrome to version 53.0.2785.89 or later.

3

Which software versions are affected by CVE-2016-5150?

CVE-2016-5150 affects Google Chrome versions prior to 53.0.2785.89 on Windows and OS X, and before 53.0.2785.92 on Linux.

4

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2016-5150?

CVE-2016-5150 is a web vulnerability related to improper key-path evaluation in the Indexed Database API.

5

Is there a risk of data exposure with CVE-2016-5150?

Yes, CVE-2016-5150 poses a risk of unauthorized data exposure or manipulation through indexed databases.

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