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CVE-2016-5173

UnknownEPSS 1.02%

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CVE-2016-5173 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. The extensions subsystem in Google Chrome before 53.0.2785.113 does not properly restrict access to Object.prototype, which allows remote attackers to load unintended resources, and consequently trigger unintended JavaScript function calls and bypass the Same Origin Policy via an indirect interception attack.. EPSS estimates a 1.02% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

The extensions subsystem in Google Chrome before 53.0.2785.113 does not properly restrict access to Object.prototype, which allows remote attackers to load unintended resources, and consequently trigger unintended JavaScript function calls and bypass the Same Origin Policy via an indirect interception attack.

Metrics

EPSS Probability
1.02%

58.9th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

Affected Software

VendorProductVersions
GoogleChrome<= 53.0.2785.101

References

Timeline

Published
Last Modified
Status
Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2016-5173?
The extensions subsystem in Google Chrome before 53.0.2785.113 does not properly restrict access to Object.prototype, which allows remote attackers to load unintended resources, and consequently trigger unintended JavaScript function calls and bypass the Same Origin Policy via an indirect interception attack.
How severe is CVE-2016-5173?
Severity scoring for CVE-2016-5173 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 1.02% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2016-5173?
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