Memory Corruption Vulnerability in Google Chrome on Multiple Platforms

CVE-2016-5202

What is CVE-2016-5202?

A memory corruption issue exists in Google Chrome that stems from improper handling of device IDs during an erase operation. Specifically, the browser fails to copy a device ID before executing an erase call, allowing the erase function to access and manipulate data that it subsequently erases. This flaw can result in unpredictable behavior, potentially leading to loss of sensitive information or exploitation avenues for malicious actors.

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