CVE-2016-5178

Multiple unspecified vulnerabilities in Google Chrome before 53.0.2785.143 allow remote attackers to cause a denial of service or possibly have other impact…

published May 23, 2017

CVSS
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EPSS
2%
Percentile
78.9
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚠️ A mysterious set of vulnerabilities in Google Chrome could leave you hanging! Remote attackers might take a swing at your browser without you even knowing it. 😱 Think of this like a restaurant with unknown kitchen hazards; you order a meal, but the chef might be using expired ingredients that could ruin your experience — or worse! These unspecified vulnerabilities could lead to a denial of service, meaning your browser could freeze up or crash unexpectedly, leaving you stranded mid-surf. Imagine being in the middle of an important online meeting when suddenly, your screen goes dark!

Put simply

Think of this like a restaurant with unknown kitchen hazards; you order a meal, but the chef might be using expired ingredients that could ruin your experience — or worse! Multiple vulnerabilities exist in Google Chrome versions before 53.0.2785.143, allowing potential remote attacks that could disrupt service functionality.

What to do

These unspecified vulnerabilities could lead to a denial of service, meaning your browser could freeze up or crash unexpectedly, leaving you stranded mid-surf. Imagine being in the middle of an important online meeting when suddenly, your screen goes dark! While no specific patches are available for these vulnerabilities, it’s a good idea to keep your Chrome updated to the latest version. Regularly check for updates and set your browser to auto-update, ensuring you always have the latest protection. 🛡️ You can tackle this! Stay proactive by keeping your browser updated, and you'll be a security hero in no time! 💪✨

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.01853 · 78.9th percentile
Published
2017-05-23T03:56Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 23 MAY 03:56Z
    Multiple unspecified vulnerabilities in Google Chrome before 53.0.2785.143 allow remote attackers to cause a denial of service or possibly have other impact…
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