API Interceptor Weakness in Google V8 Engine Affecting Chrome
CVE-2016-5128

8.8HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor

Google
Status
Chrome
V8
Vendor
CVE Published:
23 July 2016

What is CVE-2016-5128?

The vulnerability in objects.cc within Google V8 prior to version 5.2.361.27, used in Google Chrome before version 52.0.2743.82, allows remote attackers to compromise web security. Specifically, it enables malicious entities to bypass the Same Origin Policy by exploiting API interceptors that can modify stored targets without proper property setting. This weakness can lead to unauthorized access and data leakage, posing significant risks for users interacting with potentially harmful websites.

References

http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-security-announce/2016...
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http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-security-announce/2016...
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http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/92053
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CVSS V3.1

Score:
8.8
Severity:
HIGH
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
High
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
None
User Interaction:
Required
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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