Integer Overflow in FFmpeg Affects Google Chrome on Multiple Platforms
CVE-2017-5047

8.8HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor
Google
Status
Google Chrome Prior To 57.0.2987.98 For Mac, Windows And Linux, And 57.0.2987.108 For Android
Vendor
CVE Published:
25 April 2017

Summary

An integer overflow vulnerability in the FFmpeg component of Google Chrome prior to version 57.0.2987.98 for Mac, Windows, and Linux, as well as prior to version 57.0.2987.108 for Android, exposes users to potential attacks. By exploiting this flaw through a specially crafted video file, an attacker could execute an out of bounds memory write, which may lead to unauthorized access or control over the affected systems. Users are encouraged to update their browser to mitigate these risks.

Affected Version(s)

Google Chrome prior to 57.0.2987.98 for Mac, Windows and Linux, and 57.0.2987.108 for Android Google Chrome prior to 57.0.2987.98 for Mac, Windows and Linux, and 57.0.2987.108 for Android

References

https://chromereleases.googleblog.com/2017/03/stable-chan...
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https://crbug.com/679653
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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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