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CVE-2016-1663

8.8 · HIGH

The SerializedScriptValue::transferArrayBuffers function in WebKit/Source/bindings/core/v8/SerializedScriptValue.cpp in the V8 bindings in Blink, as used in Google Chrome before 50.0.2661.94, misha…

Published May 14, 2016EPSS 1.01%

Overview

CVE-2016-1663 is a high-severity vulnerability. It was published on May 14, 2016 and has a CVSS 3.0 base score of 8.8 (HIGH).

This vulnerability has a CVSS 3.0 base score of 8.8, rated HIGH. It can be exploited remotely over the network. No authentication or special privileges are required for exploitation.

Technical description

The SerializedScriptValue::transferArrayBuffers function in WebKit/Source/bindings/core/v8/SerializedScriptValue.cpp in the V8 bindings in Blink, as used in Google Chrome before 50.0.2661.94, mishandles certain array-buffer data structures, which allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (use-after-free) or possibly have unspecified other impact via a crafted web site.

Remediation

Check the references section for vendor advisories, patches, and mitigation guidance. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.

References

Refgooglechromereleases.blogspot.com/2016/04/stable-channel-update_28.htmlReflists.opensuse.org/opensuse-security-announce/2016-05/msg00002.htmlReflists.opensuse.org/opensuse-security-announce/2016-05/msg00003.htmlReflists.opensuse.org/opensuse-security-announce/2016-05/msg00004.htmlReflists.opensuse.org/opensuse-security-announce/2016-06/msg00048.htmlRefrhn.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2016-0707.htmlRefwww.debian.org/security/2016/dsa-3564Refwww.securityfocus.com/bid/89106Refwww.ubuntu.com/usn/USN-2960-1Refcodereview.chromium.org/1904913002/

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Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2016-1663?

CVE-2016-1663 is a high-severity vulnerability. It was published on May 14, 2016 and has a CVSS 3.0 base score of 8.8 (HIGH).

How severe is CVE-2016-1663?

This vulnerability has a CVSS 3.0 base score of 8.8, rated HIGH. It can be exploited remotely over the network. No authentication or special privileges are required for exploitation.

How do I fix or remediate CVE-2016-1663?

Check the references section for vendor advisories, patches, and mitigation guidance. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.

How can CyberStrike help with CVE-2016-1663?

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