CVE-2016-5217
First published: Thu Jan 19 2017(Updated: )
The extensions API in Google Chrome prior to 55.0.2883.75 for Mac, Windows and Linux, and 55.0.2883.84 for Android incorrectly permitted access to privileged plugins, which allowed a remote attacker to bypass site isolation via a crafted HTML page.
Credit: cve-coordination@google.com chrome-cve-admin@google.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Google Chrome (Trace Event) | <=54.0.2840.99 | |
| Google Chrome | <=54.0.2840.99 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2016-5217?
CVE-2016-5217 has a medium severity rating as it allows remote attackers to bypass site isolation.
How do I fix CVE-2016-5217?
To fix CVE-2016-5217, upgrade Google Chrome to version 55.0.2883.75 or later.
Which versions of Google Chrome are affected by CVE-2016-5217?
CVE-2016-5217 affects Google Chrome versions prior to 55.0.2883.75 on Mac, Windows, and Linux, and versions prior to 55.0.2883.84 on Android.
What does CVE-2016-5217 allow an attacker to do?
CVE-2016-5217 allows attackers to exploit privileged plugins via a crafted HTML page.
Where can I find more information about CVE-2016-5217?
For more details about CVE-2016-5217, refer to official security advisories and update notes from Google.
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