CVE-2017-5020: XSS
First published: Fri Feb 17 2017(Updated: )
Google Chrome prior to 56.0.2924.76 for Linux, Windows and Mac, and 56.0.2924.87 for Android, failed to require a user gesture for powerful download operations, which allowed a remote attacker who convinced a user to install a malicious extension to execute arbitrary code 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) | <=55.0.2883.87 | |
| Google Chrome | <=55.0.2883.87 |
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Reference Links
- http://rhn.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2017-0206.html
- http://www.debian.org/security/2017/dsa-3776
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/95792
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1037718
- https://chromereleases.googleblog.com/2017/01/stable-channel-update-for-desktop.html
- https://crbug.com/668653
- https://security.gentoo.org/glsa/201701-66
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2017-5020?
CVE-2017-5020 has been rated as high severity due to its potential for remote code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2017-5020?
To fix CVE-2017-5020, you should update Google Chrome to version 56.0.2924.76 or later.
What platforms are affected by CVE-2017-5020?
CVE-2017-5020 affects Google Chrome on Linux, Windows, Mac, and Android prior to the specified versions.
What kind of attacks are possible with CVE-2017-5020?
CVE-2017-5020 allows attackers to install malicious extensions and execute arbitrary code on the victim's machine.
Is user interaction required for CVE-2017-5020 exploitation?
Exploitation of CVE-2017-5020 requires user interaction, specifically convincing the user to install a malicious extension.
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