CVE-2020-16028
HIGHCVSS 8.8/10EPSS 0.93%
Last modified
CVE-2020-16028 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 8.8/10 on the CVSS scale. Heap buffer overflow in WebRTC in Google Chrome prior to 87.0.4280.66 allowed a remote attacker to potentially exploit heap corruption via a crafted HTML page.. EPSS estimates a 0.93% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Heap buffer overflow in WebRTC in Google Chrome prior to 87.0.4280.66 allowed a remote attacker to potentially exploit heap corruption via a crafted HTML page.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Chrome | < 87.0.4280.66 |
References
- https://chromereleases.googleblog.com/2020/11/stable-channel-update-for-desktop_17.htmlRelease Notes, Vendor Advisory
- https://crbug.com/1138446Permissions Required, Vendor Advisory
- https://chromereleases.googleblog.com/2020/11/stable-channel-update-for-desktop_17.htmlRelease Notes, Vendor Advisory
- https://crbug.com/1138446Permissions Required, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2020-16028?
Heap buffer overflow in WebRTC in Google Chrome prior to 87.0.4280.66 allowed a remote attacker to potentially exploit heap corruption via a crafted HTML page.
How severe is CVE-2020-16028?
CVE-2020-16028 has a CVSS score of 8.8/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.93% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2020-16028?
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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