CVE-2020-6503: Inappropriate implementation in accessibility
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
Affected Software
Remediation
Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.
- Upgrade
Upgrade
Google Chrome (Trace Event)to a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 74.0.3729.108 - Upgrade
Upgrade
debian/chromiumto a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 150.0.7871.100-1~deb12u1Fixed in 156.0.8078.73-1~deb12u1Fixed in 150.0.7871.181-1~deb13u1Fixed in 156.0.8078.73-1~deb13u1Fixed in 156.0.8078.47-1Fixed in 156.0.8078.79-1
Event History
Peer vulnerabilities
Found alongside the following vulnerabilities.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2020-6503?
CVE-2020-6503 has a high severity rating due to its potential to expose sensitive information.
How do I fix CVE-2020-6503?
To fix CVE-2020-6503, update Google Chrome to version 74.0.3729.108 or later.
What does CVE-2020-6503 affect?
CVE-2020-6503 affects Google Chrome versions prior to 74.0.3729.108.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2020-6503?
CVE-2020-6503 is an accessibility-related vulnerability allowing remote information disclosure.
Can CVE-2020-6503 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2020-6503 can be exploited remotely through a crafted HTML page.