CVE-2016-5160
First published: Sun Sep 11 2016(Updated: )
The AllowCrossRendererResourceLoad function in extensions/browser/url_request_util.cc in Google Chrome before 53.0.2785.89 on Windows and OS X and before 53.0.2785.92 on Linux does not properly use an extension's manifest.json web_accessible_resources field for restrictions on IFRAME elements, which makes it easier for remote attackers to conduct clickjacking attacks, and trick users into changing extension settings, via a crafted web site, a different vulnerability than CVE-2016-5162.
Credit: cve-coordination@google.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| SUSE Linux | =42.1 | |
| Google Chrome (Trace Event) | <=52.0.2743.116 |
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Reference Links
- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-security-announce/2016-09/msg00003.html
- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-security-announce/2016-09/msg00004.html
- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-security-announce/2016-09/msg00008.html
- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-updates/2016-09/msg00073.html
- http://rhn.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2016-1854.html
- http://www.debian.org/security/2016/dsa-3660
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/92717
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1036729
- https://codereview.chromium.org/2007133004
- https://crbug.com/576867
- https://googlechromereleases.blogspot.com/2016/08/stable-channel-update-for-desktop_31.html
- https://security.gentoo.org/glsa/201610-09
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2016-5160?
CVE-2016-5160 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to improper handling of web_accessible_resources in Google Chrome.
How do I fix CVE-2016-5160?
To mitigate CVE-2016-5160, users should update Google Chrome to version 53.0.2785.89 or later.
Which versions of Google Chrome are affected by CVE-2016-5160?
CVE-2016-5160 affects Google Chrome versions prior to 53.0.2785.89.
Does CVE-2016-5160 affect operating systems other than Windows and OS X?
Yes, CVE-2016-5160 also affects Google Chrome on Linux before version 53.0.2785.92.
What is the primary risk associated with CVE-2016-5160?
The primary risk of CVE-2016-5160 is potential unauthorized access to resources through IFRAME elements.
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