Integer Overflow Vulnerability in Google Chrome Affecting Multiple Versions
CVE-2017-5131

8.8HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor

Google
Status
Google Chrome Prior To 62.0.3202.62
Vendor
CVE Published:
7 February 2018

What is CVE-2017-5131?

An integer overflow vulnerability found in the Skia graphics library of Google Chrome versions before 62.0.3202.62 permits remote attackers to potentially exploit the application through a specially crafted HTML page. This exploitation could lead to heap corruption and subsequent unauthorized access to system resources. Proper patching and software updates are essential to mitigate the risks associated with this security flaw.

Affected Version(s)

Google Chrome prior to 62.0.3202.62 Google Chrome prior to 62.0.3202.62

References

http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/101482
vdb-entryx_refsource_BID
https://chromereleases.googleblog.com/2017/10/stable-chan...
x_refsource_MISC
https://www.debian.org/security/2017/dsa-4020
vendor-advisoryx_refsource_DEBIAN

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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CVE-2017-5131 : Integer Overflow Vulnerability in Google Chrome Affecting Multiple Versions