CVE-2016-1655

UnknownEPSS 2.14%

Last modified

CVE-2016-1655 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Google Chrome before 50.0.2661.75 does not properly consider that frame removal may occur during callback execution, which allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (use-after-free) or possibly have unspecified other impact via a crafted extension.. EPSS estimates a 2.14% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Google Chrome before 50.0.2661.75 does not properly consider that frame removal may occur during callback execution, which allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (use-after-free) or possibly have unspecified other impact via a crafted extension.

Metrics

EPSS Probability
2.14%

79.7th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Affected Software

VendorProductVersions
DebianDebian Linux8.0
OpensuseLeap42.1
SuseLinux Enterprise12.0
GoogleChrome<= 49.0.2623.112
CanonicalUbuntu Linux14.04
CanonicalUbuntu Linux15.10
CanonicalUbuntu Linux16.04

References

Timeline

Published
Last Modified
Status
Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2016-1655?
Google Chrome before 50.0.2661.75 does not properly consider that frame removal may occur during callback execution, which allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (use-after-free) or possibly have unspecified other impact via a crafted extension.
How severe is CVE-2016-1655?
Severity scoring for CVE-2016-1655 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 2.14% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2016-1655?
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.

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Source: NVD / NIST