CVE-2017-15412
UnknownEPSS 2.96%
Last modified
CVE-2017-15412 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Use after free in libxml2 before 2.9.5, as used in Google Chrome prior to 63.0.3239.84 and other products, allowed a remote attacker to potentially exploit heap corruption via a crafted HTML page.. EPSS estimates a 2.96% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Use after free in libxml2 before 2.9.5, as used in Google Chrome prior to 63.0.3239.84 and other products, allowed a remote attacker to potentially exploit heap corruption via a crafted HTML page.
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Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Redhat | Enterprise Linux Desktop | 6.0 |
| Redhat | Enterprise Linux Server | 6.0 |
| Redhat | Enterprise Linux Workstation | 6.0 |
| Debian | Debian Linux | 7.0 |
| Debian | Debian Linux | 8.0 |
| Debian | Debian Linux | 9.0 |
| Chrome | < 63.0.3239.84 | |
| Xmlsoft | Libxml2 | < 2.9.5 |
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Timeline
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- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2017-15412?
Use after free in libxml2 before 2.9.5, as used in Google Chrome prior to 63.0.3239.84 and other products, allowed a remote attacker to potentially exploit heap corruption via a crafted HTML page.
How severe is CVE-2017-15412?
Severity scoring for CVE-2017-15412 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 2.96% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2017-15412?
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.
Are you affected by CVE-2017-15412?
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