Vulnerability Description
Chrome OS before 53.0.2785.144 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands at boot.
CVSS Score
9.8
CRITICAL
CVSS:3.0/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Chrome Os | < 53.0.2785.144 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/93260
- https://bugs.chromium.org/p/chromium/issues/detail?id=649039
- https://chromereleases.googleblog.com/2016/09/stable-channel-updates-for-chrome-
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/93260
- https://bugs.chromium.org/p/chromium/issues/detail?id=649039
- https://chromereleases.googleblog.com/2016/09/stable-channel-updates-for-chrome-
FAQ
What is CVE-2016-5179?
CVE-2016-5179 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 9.8 (CRITICAL). Chrome OS before 53.0.2785.144 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands at boot.
How severe is CVE-2016-5179?
CVE-2016-5179 has been rated CRITICAL with a CVSS base score of 9.8/10. This is considered a critical vulnerability requiring immediate attention.
Is there a patch for CVE-2016-5179?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Google Chrome Os.