CVE-2017-15406: Buffer Overflow
Published Oct 26, 2017
·Updated
A stack buffer overflow in V8 in Google Chrome prior to 62.0.3202.75 allowed a remote attacker to perform an out of bounds memory read via a crafted HTML page.
Affected Software
2 affected componentsFixes available
Google Chrome<62.0.3202.75
62.0.3202.75
Google Chrome<62.0.3202.75
Remediation
Patch Available
Event History
Oct 26, 2017
CVE Published
12:00 AM
Aug 28, 2018
CVE Published
via MITRE·08:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·08:00 PM
DescriptionWeakness
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2017-15406?
CVE-2017-15406 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential for exploitation through crafted HTML pages.
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How do I fix CVE-2017-15406?
To fix CVE-2017-15406, update your Google Chrome browser to version 62.0.3202.75 or later.
3
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2017-15406?
CVE-2017-15406 is a stack buffer overflow vulnerability in the V8 engine of Google Chrome.
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What could an attacker achieve by exploiting CVE-2017-15406?
An attacker could perform an out of bounds memory read, potentially compromising the integrity of the user's system.
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Which software versions are affected by CVE-2017-15406?
CVE-2017-15406 affects Google Chrome versions prior to 62.0.3202.75.