CVE-2018-16071: Use After Free
A use after free in WebRTC in Google Chrome prior to 69.0.3497.81 allowed a remote attacker to potentially exploit heap corruption via a crafted video file.
Other sources
An use after free flaw was found in the WebRTC component of the Chromium browser.
Upstream bug(s):
https://code.google.com/p/chromium/issues/detail?id=855211
External References:
https://chromereleases.googleblog.com/2018/09/stable-channel-update-for-desktop.html
— Red Hat
Affected Software
Remediation
Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.
- Upgrade
Upgrade
redhat/chromium-browserto a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 69.0.3497.81 - Upgrade
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Google Chrometo a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 69.0.3497.81
Event History
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2018-16071?
CVE-2018-16071 has been classified as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential for heap corruption leading to remote code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2018-16071?
To fix CVE-2018-16071, update Google Chrome or Chromium to version 69.0.3497.81 or later.
What platforms are affected by CVE-2018-16071?
CVE-2018-16071 affects Google Chrome versions prior to 69.0.3497.81 and Chromium on Red Hat Enterprise Linux.
What component of the browser is affected by CVE-2018-16071?
CVE-2018-16071 applies to the WebRTC component in Google Chrome.
Can CVE-2018-16071 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2018-16071 can be exploited remotely via a specially crafted video file.