CVE-2018-16071

Name: CVE-2018-16071
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2019-01-09T19:29:01.887+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 4.80%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2018-16071 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. A use after free in WebRTC in Google Chrome prior to 69.0.3497.81 allowed a remote attacker to potentially exploit heap corruption via a crafted video file.. EPSS estimates a 4.80% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

A use after free in WebRTC in Google Chrome prior to 69.0.3497.81 allowed a remote attacker to potentially exploit heap corruption via a crafted video file.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

4.80%

90.8th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Google	Chrome	< 69.0.3497.81
Redhat	Enterprise Linux Desktop	6.0
Redhat	Enterprise Linux Server	6.0
Redhat	Enterprise Linux Workstation	6.0

References

Timeline

Published: Jan 9, 2019
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2018-16071?

A use after free in WebRTC in Google Chrome prior to 69.0.3497.81 allowed a remote attacker to potentially exploit heap corruption via a crafted video file.

How severe is CVE-2018-16071?

Severity scoring for CVE-2018-16071 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 4.80% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2018-16071?

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-2018-16071?

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Source: NVD / NIST