CVE-2020-6436: Use After Free
Use after free in window management in Google Chrome prior to 81.0.4044.92 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
Event History
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2020-6436?
CVE-2020-6436 has a high severity rating due to its potential for heap corruption, which can be exploited remotely.
How do I fix CVE-2020-6436?
To fix CVE-2020-6436, update Google Chrome or affected browsers to version 81.0.4044.92 or later.
What versions are affected by CVE-2020-6436?
CVE-2020-6436 affects Google Chrome versions prior to 81.0.4044.92, as well as specific versions of Chromium and Fedora.
Can CVE-2020-6436 be exploited through a web page?
Yes, CVE-2020-6436 can potentially be exploited by a remote attacker via a crafted HTML page.
What products are impacted by CVE-2020-6436?
CVE-2020-6436 impacts multiple products including Google Chrome, Chromium, and various Fedora and Debian Linux versions.