Type Confusion Vulnerability in Google Chrome
CVE-2017-5115

8.8HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor
Google
Status
Google Chrome Prior To 61.0.3163.79 For Windows
Vendor
CVE Published:
27 October 2017

Summary

A type confusion vulnerability exists in the V8 JavaScript engine within Google Chrome, allowing remote attackers to exploit object corruption. This can occur when handling crafted HTML pages, potentially leading to arbitrary code execution. Users should ensure their browser is updated to mitigate any risks associated with this vulnerability.

Affected Version(s)

Google Chrome prior to 61.0.3163.79 for Windows Google Chrome prior to 61.0.3163.79 for Windows

References

https://crbug.com/744584
x_refsource_MISC
https://security.gentoo.org/glsa/201709-15
vendor-advisoryx_refsource_GENTOO
https://access.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2017:2676
vendor-advisoryx_refsource_REDHAT

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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