CVE-2020-6415: High severity Google Chrome vulnerability
An inappropriate implementation flaw was found in the JavaScript component of the Chromium browser.
Upstream bug(s):
https://code.google.com/p/chromium/issues/detail?id=1029576
External References:
https://chromereleases.googleblog.com/2020/02/stable-channel-update-for-desktop.html
Other sources
Inappropriate implementation in JavaScript in Google Chrome prior to 80.0.3987.87 allowed a remote attacker to potentially exploit heap corruption via a crafted HTML page.
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
Upgrade
redhat/chromium-browserto a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 80.0.3987.87 - Upgrade
Upgrade
chromium/google chrome (JavaScript component)to a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 80.0.3987.87
Event History
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2020-6415?
CVE-2020-6415 is a vulnerability in Google Chrome that allows a remote attacker to potentially exploit heap corruption via a crafted HTML page.
Which software versions are affected by CVE-2020-6415?
Google Chrome prior to version 80.0.3987.87 is affected by CVE-2020-6415.
What is the severity of CVE-2020-6415?
CVE-2020-6415 has a severity rating of 8.8 (high).
How can I fix CVE-2020-6415?
To fix CVE-2020-6415, update Google Chrome to version 80.0.3987.87 or higher.
Where can I find more information about CVE-2020-6415?
You can find more information about CVE-2020-6415 at the following references: [Link 1](https://security-tracker.debian.org/tracker/CVE-2020-6415), [Link 2](http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-security-announce/2020-02/msg00015.html), [Link 3](http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-security-announce/2020-02/msg00025.html).