CVE-2016-5209: High severity Google Chrome vulnerability
Bad casting in bitmap manipulation in Blink in Google Chrome prior to 55.0.2883.75 for Mac, Windows and Linux, and 55.0.2883.84 for Android allowed a remote attacker to potentially exploit heap corruption via a crafted HTML page.
Affected Software
Event History
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2016-5209?
CVE-2016-5209 has a severity rating classified as high due to the potential for exploit through heap corruption.
How do I fix CVE-2016-5209?
To fix CVE-2016-5209, update Google Chrome to the latest version, specifically to 55.0.2883.75 or higher.
Which versions of Google Chrome are affected by CVE-2016-5209?
CVE-2016-5209 affects Google Chrome versions prior to 55.0.2883.75 on desktop and prior to 55.0.2883.84 on Android.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2016-5209?
CVE-2016-5209 is a type of vulnerability related to heap corruption due to bad casting in bitmap manipulation.
Can CVE-2016-5209 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2016-5209 can potentially be exploited remotely via a crafted HTML page.