CVE Catalog

CVE-2016-1697

High
Published: Translated: NVD NIST

Summary

The FrameLoader::startLoad function in Blink, used in Google Chrome before version 51.0.2704.79, does not prevent frame navigations during DocumentLoader detach operations. This allows remote attackers to bypass the Same Origin Policy via crafted JavaScript code.

Risk Assessment

Organizations may be exposed to attacks that exploit this vulnerability to perform unauthorized actions in the user's context, potentially leading to data theft or other serious security incidents.

Recommendation

It is recommended to update Google Chrome to version 51.0.2704.79 or later to mitigate the risks associated with this vulnerability.

Related vulnerabilities

Original NVD description (English source)

The FrameLoader::startLoad function in WebKit/Source/core/loader/FrameLoader.cpp in Blink, as used in Google Chrome before 51.0.2704.79, does not prevent frame navigations during DocumentLoader detach operations, which allows remote attackers to bypass the Same Origin Policy via crafted JavaScript code.

Vulnerability data from NVD (NIST) · CISA KEV · EPSS