CVE-2018-6062: Buffer Overflow
First published: Wed Mar 07 2018(Updated: )
A heap buffer overflow flaw was found in the Skia component of the Chromium browser. Upstream bug(s): <a href="https://code.google.com/p/chromium/issues/detail?id=780104">https://code.google.com/p/chromium/issues/detail?id=780104</a> External References: <a href="https://chromereleases.googleblog.com/2018/03/stable-channel-update-for-desktop.html">https://chromereleases.googleblog.com/2018/03/stable-channel-update-for-desktop.html</a>
Credit: cve-coordination@google.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| debian/chromium-browser | ||
| redhat/chromium-browser | <65.0.3325.146 | 65.0.3325.146 |
| Google Chrome (Trace Event) | <65.0.3325.146 | |
| Red Hat Enterprise Linux Desktop | =6.0 | |
| Red Hat Enterprise Linux Server | =6.0 | |
| Red Hat Enterprise Linux Workstation | =6.0 | |
| Debian | =9.0 |
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Reference Links
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/103297
- https://access.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2018:0484
- https://chromereleases.googleblog.com/2018/03/stable-channel-update-for-desktop.html
- https://crbug.com/780104
- https://www.debian.org/security/2018/dsa-4182
- https://code.google.com/p/chromium/issues/detail?id=780104
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi/show_bug.cgi?id=1552502
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi/show_bug.cgi?id=1552504
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=1552478
- https://security-tracker.debian.org/tracker/CVE-2018-6062
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2018-6062?
CVE-2018-6062 has a high severity due to the potential for exploitation through a heap buffer overflow.
How do I fix CVE-2018-6062?
To fix CVE-2018-6062, update Chromium to version 65.0.3325.146 or later.
Which versions of Chromium are affected by CVE-2018-6062?
Chromium versions prior to 65.0.3325.146 are affected by CVE-2018-6062.
What components of Chromium does CVE-2018-6062 affect?
CVE-2018-6062 specifically affects the Skia component of the Chromium browser.
Is CVE-2018-6062 exploitable remotely?
Yes, CVE-2018-6062 can be exploited remotely, which makes it a significant security concern.
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