Learn about CVE-2020-6537, a type confusion vulnerability in Google Chrome allowing remote code execution. Find out how to mitigate the risk and secure your system.
Type confusion in V8 in Google Chrome prior to 84.0.4147.105 allowed a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code inside a sandbox via a crafted HTML page.
Understanding CVE-2020-6537
This CVE involves a type confusion vulnerability in Google Chrome that could be exploited by a remote attacker to run malicious code within a sandboxed environment.
What is CVE-2020-6537?
CVE-2020-6537 is a security vulnerability in the V8 engine of Google Chrome that enables an attacker to execute arbitrary code by exploiting a type confusion issue.
The Impact of CVE-2020-6537
The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to execute malicious code within a sandboxed environment, potentially leading to unauthorized access, data theft, or further compromise of the affected system.
Technical Details of CVE-2020-6537
This section provides more in-depth technical information about the CVE.
Vulnerability Description
The vulnerability arises from a type confusion issue in the V8 engine of Google Chrome, which could be exploited by an attacker to execute arbitrary code.
Affected Systems and Versions
Exploitation Mechanism
The vulnerability can be exploited by enticing a user to visit a specially crafted HTML page, triggering the execution of malicious code within the browser's sandboxed environment.
Mitigation and Prevention
To address CVE-2020-6537, users and organizations should take immediate and long-term security measures.
Immediate Steps to Take
Long-Term Security Practices
Patching and Updates