CVE-2016-5220: Infoleak
First published: Thu Jan 19 2017(Updated: )
PDFium in Google Chrome prior to 55.0.2883.75 for Mac, Windows and Linux, and 55.0.2883.84 for Android incorrectly handled navigation within PDFs, which allowed a remote attacker to read local files via a crafted PDF file.
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-2016-5220?
CVE-2016-5220 has been assigned a high severity rating due to the potential for remote attackers to access local files.
How do I fix CVE-2016-5220?
To fix CVE-2016-5220, upgrade Google Chrome to version 55.0.2883.75 or later on your operating system.
What are the potential impacts of CVE-2016-5220?
The potential impacts of CVE-2016-5220 include unauthorized access to sensitive local files through crafted PDF files.
Which versions of Google Chrome are affected by CVE-2016-5220?
Google Chrome versions prior to 55.0.2883.75 for Mac, Windows, and Linux, and 55.0.2883.84 for Android are affected by CVE-2016-5220.
Is CVE-2016-5220 specific to any operating system?
CVE-2016-5220 affects Google Chrome on multiple operating systems, including Mac, Windows, and Linux.
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