Use After Free Vulnerability in Google Chrome on Multiple Platforms
CVE-2016-5213

8.8HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor: Google
Status: Google Chrome Prior To 55.0.2883.75 For Mac, Windows And Linux, And 55.0.2883.84 For Android
Vendor: CVE Published:; 19 January 2017

What is CVE-2016-5213?

A vulnerability in Google Chrome prior to version 55.0.2883.75 on Mac, Windows, and Linux platforms, as well as prior to 55.0.2883.84 on Android, allows for potential heap corruption. This issue arises from a 'use after free' flaw in the V8 JavaScript engine, often leading to unintended consequences when users visit specially crafted web pages. If exploited, this could enable attackers to gain access to sensitive data or manipulate the user's browser experience.

Affected Version(s)

Google Chrome prior to 55.0.2883.75 for Mac, Windows and Linux, and 55.0.2883.84 for Android Google Chrome prior to 55.0.2883.75 for Mac, Windows and Linux, and 55.0.2883.84 for Android