CVE-2020-6503: Inappropriate implementation in accessibility
Published Aug 19, 2016
·Updated
Inappropriate implementation in accessibility in Google Chrome prior to 74.0.3729.108 allowed a remote attacker to obtain potentially sensitive information from process memory via a crafted HTML page.
Credit
Jann Horn
Affected Software
2 affected componentsFixes available
Google Chrome<74.0.3729.108
74.0.3729.108
Google Chrome<74.0.3729.108
Remediation
Patch Available
Event History
Aug 19, 2016
CVE Published
12:00 AM
Jun 3, 2020
CVE Published
via MITRE·10:50 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·10:50 PM
DescriptionWeakness
Peer vulnerabilities
Found alongside the following vulnerabilities.
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2020-6503?
CVE-2020-6503 has a high severity rating due to its potential to expose sensitive information.
2
How do I fix CVE-2020-6503?
To fix CVE-2020-6503, update Google Chrome to version 74.0.3729.108 or later.
3
What does CVE-2020-6503 affect?
CVE-2020-6503 affects Google Chrome versions prior to 74.0.3729.108.
4
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2020-6503?
CVE-2020-6503 is an accessibility-related vulnerability allowing remote information disclosure.
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Can CVE-2020-6503 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2020-6503 can be exploited remotely through a crafted HTML page.