CVE-2017-5046: Medium severity Google Chrome vulnerability
V8 in Google Chrome prior to 57.0.2987.98 for Mac, Windows, and Linux and 57.0.2987.108 for Android had insufficient policy enforcement, which allowed a remote attacker to spoof the location object via a crafted HTML page, related to Blink information disclosure.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2017-5046?
CVE-2017-5046 has been rated as a medium severity vulnerability due to its ability to allow location object spoofing.
How do I fix CVE-2017-5046?
To fix CVE-2017-5046, update Google Chrome to version 57.0.2987.98 or later on affected platforms.
What platforms are affected by CVE-2017-5046?
CVE-2017-5046 affects Google Chrome versions prior to 57.0.2987.98 on Mac, Windows, and Linux.
Can CVE-2017-5046 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2017-5046 can be exploited remotely through a crafted HTML page by an attacker.
What is the main impact of CVE-2017-5046?
The main impact of CVE-2017-5046 is the potential disclosure of sensitive information via the spoofing of the location object.