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MEDIUM · 4.3

CVE-2016-1640

The Web Store inline-installer implementation in the Extensions UI in Google Chrome before 49.0.2623.75 does not block installations upon deletion of an installation frame, which makes it easier for r...

Vulnerability Description

The Web Store inline-installer implementation in the Extensions UI in Google Chrome before 49.0.2623.75 does not block installations upon deletion of an installation frame, which makes it easier for remote attackers to trick a user into believing that an installation request originated from the user's next navigation target via a crafted web site.

CVSS Score

4.3

MEDIUM

CVSS:3.0/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:N/I:L/A:N
Attack Vector
NETWORK
Attack Complexity
LOW
Privileges Required
NONE
User Interaction
REQUIRED
Scope
UNCHANGED
Confidentiality
NONE
Integrity
LOW
Availability
NONE

Affected Products

VendorProductVersions
GoogleChrome<= 48.0.2564.116

Related Weaknesses (CWE)

CWE-17

References

FAQ

What is CVE-2016-1640?

CVE-2016-1640 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 4.3 (MEDIUM). The Web Store inline-installer implementation in the Extensions UI in Google Chrome before 49.0.2623.75 does not block installations upon deletion of an installation frame, which makes it easier for r...

How severe is CVE-2016-1640?

CVE-2016-1640 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 4.3/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.

Is there a patch for CVE-2016-1640?

Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Google Chrome.