CVE-2019-5797
HIGHCVSS 7.5/10EPSS 2.65%
Last modified
CVE-2019-5797 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.5/10 on the CVSS scale. Double free in DOMStorage in Google Chrome prior to 73.0.3683.75 allowed a remote attacker to potentially exploit heap corruption via a crafted HTML page.. EPSS estimates a 2.65% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Double free in DOMStorage in Google Chrome prior to 73.0.3683.75 allowed a remote attacker to potentially exploit heap corruption via a crafted HTML page.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:H/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Chrome | < 73.0.3683.75 |
References
- https://chromereleases.googleblog.com/2019/03/stable-channel-update-for-desktop_12.htmlRelease Notes, Vendor Advisory
- https://crbug.com/916523Issue Tracking, Mailing List, Vendor Advisory
- https://chromereleases.googleblog.com/2019/03/stable-channel-update-for-desktop_12.htmlRelease Notes, Vendor Advisory
- https://crbug.com/916523Issue Tracking, Mailing List, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2019-5797?
Double free in DOMStorage in Google Chrome prior to 73.0.3683.75 allowed a remote attacker to potentially exploit heap corruption via a crafted HTML page.
How severe is CVE-2019-5797?
CVE-2019-5797 has a CVSS score of 7.5/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 2.65% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2019-5797?
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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