CVE-2016-1629

Name: CVE-2016-1629
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2016-02-21T18:59:01.113+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 2.64%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2016-1629 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Google Chrome before 48.0.2564.116 allows remote attackers to bypass the Blink Same Origin Policy and a sandbox protection mechanism via unspecified vectors.. EPSS estimates a 2.64% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Google Chrome before 48.0.2564.116 allows remote attackers to bypass the Blink Same Origin Policy and a sandbox protection mechanism via unspecified vectors.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

2.64%

83.6th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-264

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Google	Chrome	<= 48.0.2564.109
Novell	Suse Package Hub For Suse Linux Enterprise	12
Opensuse	Leap	42.1
Opensuse	Opensuse	13.1
Opensuse	Opensuse	13.2
Debian	Debian Linux	8.0

References

Timeline

Published: Feb 21, 2016
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2016-1629?

Google Chrome before 48.0.2564.116 allows remote attackers to bypass the Blink Same Origin Policy and a sandbox protection mechanism via unspecified vectors.

How severe is CVE-2016-1629?

Severity scoring for CVE-2016-1629 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 2.64% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2016-1629?

Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.

Are you affected by CVE-2016-1629?

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Source: NVD / NIST