CVE-2020-16040: Insufficient data validation in V8
Insufficient data validation in V8 in Google Chrome prior to 87.0.4280.88 allowed a remote attacker to potentially exploit heap corruption via a crafted HTML page.
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Affected Software
Remediation
Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.
- Upgrade
Upgrade
debian/chromiumto a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 90.0.4430.212-1~deb10u1Fixed in 116.0.5845.180-1~deb11u1Fixed in 120.0.6099.129-1~deb11u1Fixed in 119.0.6045.199-1~deb12u1Fixed in 120.0.6099.129-1~deb12u1Fixed in 120.0.6099.129-1 - Upgrade
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Google Chrome (Trace Event)to a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 87.0.4280.88
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Peer vulnerabilities
Found alongside the following vulnerabilities.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2020-16040?
CVE-2020-16040 is categorized as a critical vulnerability due to potential remote code execution risks.
How do I fix CVE-2020-16040?
The recommended fix for CVE-2020-16040 is to upgrade to the latest version of Google Chrome or Chromium above 87.0.4280.88.
What software is affected by CVE-2020-16040?
CVE-2020-16040 affects Google Chrome versions prior to 87.0.4280.88 and specific versions of the Chromium browser.
Can CVE-2020-16040 be exploited through web pages?
Yes, CVE-2020-16040 can be exploited via crafted HTML pages that cause heap corruption.
What are the implications of CVE-2020-16040?
Exploitation of CVE-2020-16040 could allow an attacker to execute arbitrary code in the context of the affected browser.