Vulnerability identifier: #VU7625

Vulnerability risk: High

CVSSv3.1: 8.3 [CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:C/C:H/I:H/A:H/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]

CVE-ID: CVE-2017-5098

CWE-ID: CWE-416

Exploitation vector: Network

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
Google Chrome
Client/Desktop applications / Web browsers

Vendor: Google

Description
The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code.

The weakness exists due to use-after free error in V8. A remote attacker can trick the victim into visiting a specially crafted web page, trigger memory corruption and execute arbitrary code with elevated privileges.

Successful exploitation of the vulnerability may result in system compromise.

Mitigation
Update to version 60.0.3112.78.

Vulnerable software versions

Google Chrome: 57.0.2987.98 - 59.0.3071.115

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External links
http://chromereleases.googleblog.com/2017/07/stable-channel-update-for-desktop.html

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Q & A

Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?

Yes. This vulnerability can be exploited by a remote non-authenticated attacker via the Internet.

Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?

No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability.