CVE-2016-1665

Name: CVE-2016-1665
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2016-05-14T21:59:05.367+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 1.81%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2016-1665 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. The JSGenericLowering class in compiler/js-generic-lowering.cc in Google V8, as used in Google Chrome before 50.0.2661.94, mishandles comparison operators, which allows remote attackers to obtain sensitive information via crafted JavaScript code.. EPSS estimates a 1.81% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

The JSGenericLowering class in compiler/js-generic-lowering.cc in Google V8, as used in Google Chrome before 50.0.2661.94, mishandles comparison operators, which allows remote attackers to obtain sensitive information via crafted JavaScript code.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

1.81%

75.8th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-20

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Opensuse	Opensuse	13.1
Redhat	Enterprise Linux Desktop Supplementary	6.0
Redhat	Enterprise Linux Server Supplementary	6.0
Redhat	Enterprise Linux Server Supplementary Eus	6.7z
Redhat	Enterprise Linux Workstation Supplementary	6.0
Google	Chrome	<= 50.0.2661.87

References

Timeline

Published: May 14, 2016
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2016-1665?

How severe is CVE-2016-1665?

Severity scoring for CVE-2016-1665 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 1.81% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2016-1665?

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