CVE-2019-5850 : What You Need to Know
Learn about CVE-2019-5850, a vulnerability in Google Chrome prior to 76.0.3809.87 allowing a remote attacker to potentially escape sandbox protection. Find mitigation steps here.
Google Chrome prior to version 76.0.3809.87 had a vulnerability in offline mode, allowing a remote attacker to potentially escape the sandbox protection.
Understanding CVE-2019-5850
This CVE involves a 'Use after free' vulnerability in Google Chrome.
What is CVE-2019-5850?
Prior to version 76.0.3809.87, a vulnerability in Google Chrome allowed a remote attacker to potentially escape the sandbox protection.
The Impact of CVE-2019-5850
- A remote attacker could exploit the vulnerability in offline mode
- The attacker could compromise the renderer process
- Crafted HTML pages could be used to trigger the vulnerability
Technical Details of CVE-2019-5850
This section provides more technical insights into the CVE.
Vulnerability Description
The vulnerability was a 'Use after free' issue in offline mode in Google Chrome.
Affected Systems and Versions
- Product: Chrome
- Vendor: Google
- Versions affected: < 76.0.3809.87
Exploitation Mechanism
- Remote attacker compromising the renderer process
- Potential sandbox escape via a crafted HTML page
Mitigation and Prevention
Steps to address and prevent exploitation of CVE-2019-5850.
Immediate Steps to Take
- Update Google Chrome to version 76.0.3809.87 or higher
- Avoid visiting untrusted websites
- Exercise caution when downloading files
Long-Term Security Practices
- Regularly update software and applications
- Implement security best practices
Patching and Updates
- Regularly check for and apply security updates for Google Chrome