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CVE-2020-16029: Inappropriate implementation in PDFium

First published: Thu Oct 01 2020(Updated: )

Inappropriate implementation in PDFium in Google Chrome prior to 87.0.4280.66 allowed a remote attacker to bypass navigation restrictions via a crafted PDF file.

Credit: chrome-cve-admin@google.com Anonymous

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
debian/chromium
90.0.4430.212-1~deb10u1
116.0.5845.180-1~deb11u1
120.0.6099.129-1~deb11u1
119.0.6045.199-1~deb12u1
120.0.6099.129-1~deb12u1
120.0.6099.129-1
Google Chrome (Trace Event)<87.0.4280.66
87.0.4280.66
Google Chrome (Trace Event)<87.0.4280.66

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2020-16029?

    CVE-2020-16029 is considered a medium severity vulnerability due to its potential to allow remote attackers to bypass navigation restrictions.

  • How do I fix CVE-2020-16029?

    To fix CVE-2020-16029, update Google Chrome to version 87.0.4280.66 or later.

  • What software is affected by CVE-2020-16029?

    CVE-2020-16029 affects Google Chrome versions prior to 87.0.4280.66.

  • What does CVE-2020-16029 allow an attacker to do?

    CVE-2020-16029 allows a remote attacker to bypass navigation restrictions via a crafted PDF file.

  • Is there a known exploit for CVE-2020-16029?

    As of now, no specific known exploits for CVE-2020-16029 have been publicly reported.

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