CVE-2016-1664

UnknownEPSS 0.98%

Last modified

CVE-2016-1664 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. The HistoryController::UpdateForCommit function in content/renderer/history_controller.cc in Google Chrome before 50.0.2661.94 mishandles the interaction between subframe forward navigations and other forward navigations, which allows remote attackers to spoof the address bar via a crafted web site.. EPSS estimates a 0.98% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

The HistoryController::UpdateForCommit function in content/renderer/history_controller.cc in Google Chrome before 50.0.2661.94 mishandles the interaction between subframe forward navigations and other forward navigations, which allows remote attackers to spoof the address bar via a crafted web site.

Metrics

EPSS Probability
0.98%

57.7th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

Affected Software

VendorProductVersions
GoogleChrome<= 50.0.2661.87
RedhatEnterprise Linux Desktop Supplementary6.0
RedhatEnterprise Linux Server Supplementary6.0
RedhatEnterprise Linux Server Supplementary Eus6.7z
RedhatEnterprise Linux Workstation Supplementary6.0
OpensuseOpensuse13.1

References

Timeline

Published
Last Modified
Status
Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2016-1664?
The HistoryController::UpdateForCommit function in content/renderer/history_controller.cc in Google Chrome before 50.0.2661.94 mishandles the interaction between subframe forward navigations and other forward navigations, which allows remote attackers to spoof the address bar via a crafted web site.
How severe is CVE-2016-1664?
Severity scoring for CVE-2016-1664 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.98% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2016-1664?
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