CVE-2018-16076: High severity Google Chrome vulnerability
An out of bounds read flaw was found in the PDFium component of the Chromium browser.
Upstream bug(s):
https://code.google.com/p/chromium/issues/detail?id=867501
External References:
https://chromereleases.googleblog.com/2018/09/stable-channel-update-for-desktop.html
Other sources
Missing bounds check in PDFium in Google Chrome prior to 69.0.3497.81 allowed a remote attacker to perform an out of bounds memory read via a crafted PDF file.
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Affected Software
Remediation
Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.
- Upgrade
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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-2018-16076?
CVE-2018-16076 has a high severity rating due to its potential for remote code execution through a crafted PDF.
How do I fix CVE-2018-16076?
To fix CVE-2018-16076, users should update their Google Chrome or Chromium browser to version 69.0.3497.81 or later.
Which versions of Google Chrome are affected by CVE-2018-16076?
All versions of Google Chrome prior to 69.0.3497.81 are affected by CVE-2018-16076.
Can CVE-2018-16076 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2018-16076 can be exploited remotely through a specially crafted PDF file.
What component of Google Chrome does CVE-2018-16076 affect?
CVE-2018-16076 affects the PDFium component of Google Chrome.