CVE-2020-6395 : What You Need to Know
Learn about CVE-2020-6395, an out of bounds read vulnerability in Google Chrome allowing remote attackers to access sensitive information. Find mitigation steps and updates here.
Google Chrome prior to 80.0.3987.87 allows a remote attacker to access sensitive information through crafted HTML pages.
Understanding CVE-2020-6395
Out of bounds read vulnerability in Google Chrome.
What is CVE-2020-6395?
- Out of bounds read in JavaScript in Google Chrome before 80.0.3987.87
- Allows a remote attacker to obtain sensitive information from process memory via a malicious HTML page
The Impact of CVE-2020-6395
- Remote attackers can potentially access sensitive data
Technical Details of CVE-2020-6395
Vulnerability details and affected systems.
Vulnerability Description
- Out of bounds read vulnerability in Google Chrome
Affected Systems and Versions
- Product: Chrome
- Vendor: Google
- Versions affected: < 80.0.3987.87
Exploitation Mechanism
- Attackers can exploit the vulnerability through crafted HTML pages
Mitigation and Prevention
Protective measures against CVE-2020-6395.
Immediate Steps to Take
- Update Google Chrome to version 80.0.3987.87 or higher
- Avoid clicking on suspicious links or visiting untrusted websites
Long-Term Security Practices
- Regularly update browsers and software to the latest versions
- Implement security best practices to prevent similar vulnerabilities
Patching and Updates
- Apply security patches and updates provided by Google Chrome