CVE-2020-6572: Google Chrome Media Prior to 81.0.4044.92 Use-After-Free Vulnerability
Published Jan 14, 2021
·Updated
Google Chrome Media contains a use-after-free vulnerability that allows a remote attacker to execute code via a crafted HTML page.
Other sources
Use after free in Media in Google Chrome prior to 81.0.4044.92 allowed a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code via a crafted HTML page.
Affected Software
2 affected components
Google Chrome<81.0.4044.92
Google Chrome Media
Event History
Jan 14, 2021
CVE Published
via MITRE·08:55 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·08:55 PM
DescriptionWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·09:15 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
Jan 10, 2022
Known Exploited
via CISA·12:00 AM
Apr 18, 58443
Event
11:25 AM
Frequently Asked Questions
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What is the severity of CVE-2020-6572?
CVE-2020-6572 has a high severity rating due to the potential for remote code execution.
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How do I fix CVE-2020-6572?
To fix CVE-2020-6572, update Google Chrome to version 81.0.4044.92 or later.
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What types of attacks are possible with CVE-2020-6572?
CVE-2020-6572 allows for remote code execution through a crafted HTML page.
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Which versions of Google Chrome are affected by CVE-2020-6572?
Google Chrome versions prior to 81.0.4044.92 are affected by CVE-2020-6572.
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What components of Google Chrome does CVE-2020-6572 impact?
CVE-2020-6572 impacts the Media component of Google Chrome.