CVE-2018-20066: Use After Free

Published Jan 9, 2019
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Updated

Incorrect object lifecycle in Extensions in Google Chrome prior to 71.0.3578.80 allowed a remote attacker to potentially exploit heap corruption via a crafted HTML page.

Affected Software

1 affected component
Google Chrome<71.0.3578.80

Event History

Jan 9, 2019
CVE Published
via MITRE·07:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·07:00 PM
DescriptionWeakness
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2018-20066?

CVE-2018-20066 has a medium severity rating due to its potential for exploitation through heap corruption.

2

How do I fix CVE-2018-20066?

To fix CVE-2018-20066, upgrade Google Chrome to version 71.0.3578.80 or later.

3

What versions of Google Chrome are affected by CVE-2018-20066?

CVE-2018-20066 affects Google Chrome versions prior to 71.0.3578.80.

4

Who can exploit CVE-2018-20066?

A remote attacker could exploit CVE-2018-20066 by using a crafted HTML page to cause heap corruption.

5

What type of attack does CVE-2018-20066 involve?

CVE-2018-20066 involves a potential heap corruption attack through vulnerabilities in the object lifecycle of extensions.

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