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CVE-2016-1667

UnknownEPSS 2.09%

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CVE-2016-1667 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. The TreeScope::adoptIfNeeded function in WebKit/Source/core/dom/TreeScope.cpp in the DOM implementation in Blink, as used in Google Chrome before 50.0.2661.102, does not prevent script execution during node-adoption operations, which allows remote attackers to bypass the Same Origin Policy via a crafted web site.. EPSS estimates a 2.09% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

The TreeScope::adoptIfNeeded function in WebKit/Source/core/dom/TreeScope.cpp in the DOM implementation in Blink, as used in Google Chrome before 50.0.2661.102, does not prevent script execution during node-adoption operations, which allows remote attackers to bypass the Same Origin Policy via a crafted web site.

Metrics

EPSS Probability
2.09%

79.2th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

Affected Software

VendorProductVersions
OpensuseOpensuse13.1
DebianDebian Linux8.0
GoogleChrome<= 50.0.2661.87

References

Timeline

Published
Last Modified
Status
Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2016-1667?
The TreeScope::adoptIfNeeded function in WebKit/Source/core/dom/TreeScope.cpp in the DOM implementation in Blink, as used in Google Chrome before 50.0.2661.102, does not prevent script execution during node-adoption operations, which allows remote attackers to bypass the Same Origin Policy via a crafted web site.
How severe is CVE-2016-1667?
Severity scoring for CVE-2016-1667 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 2.09% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2016-1667?
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Source: NVD / NIST