CVE-2019-5844 : Exploit Details and Defense Strategies
Learn about CVE-2019-5844, a vulnerability in SwiftShader in Google Chrome < 73.0.3683.75 allowing remote attackers to exploit heap corruption via crafted HTML pages. Take immediate steps to update Chrome for security.
An issue of accessing data beyond the allocated boundaries was found in SwiftShader, used in versions of Google Chrome earlier than 73.0.3683.75. This vulnerability could potentially be exploited by a remote attacker through a carefully crafted HTML page, leading to possible heap corruption.
Understanding CVE-2019-5844
Out of bounds access in SwiftShader in Google Chrome prior to 73.0.3683.75 allowed a remote attacker to potentially exploit heap corruption via a crafted HTML page.
What is CVE-2019-5844?
- Vulnerability in SwiftShader used in Google Chrome versions before 73.0.3683.75
- Remote attacker could exploit heap corruption through a malicious HTML page
The Impact of CVE-2019-5844
- Potential for remote attackers to cause heap corruption
- Risk of unauthorized access to sensitive data
Technical Details of CVE-2019-5844
Vulnerability Description
- Out of bounds memory access issue in SwiftShader
- Exploitable in Google Chrome versions prior to 73.0.3683.75
Affected Systems and Versions
- Product: Chrome
- Vendor: Google
- Versions Affected: < 73.0.3683.75
Exploitation Mechanism
- Remote attacker crafts a malicious HTML page
- Exploits the out of bounds access in SwiftShader
Mitigation and Prevention
Immediate Steps to Take
- Update Google Chrome to version 73.0.3683.75 or newer
- Be cautious when visiting unknown or untrusted websites
Long-Term Security Practices
- Regularly update software and applications
- Implement strong security measures on web browsers
Patching and Updates
- Apply security patches promptly
- Monitor vendor advisories for any new vulnerabilities