CVE-2016-1662: n/a vulnerability

CVE-2016-1662: extensions/renderer/gc_callback.cc in Google Chrome before 50.0.2661.94 does not prevent fallback execution...

extensions/renderer/gc_callback.cc in Google Chrome before 50.0.2661.94 does not prevent fallback execution once the Garbage Collection callback has started, which allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (use-after-free) or possibly have unspecified other impact via unknown vectors.

UnknownCVSS not scoredNot KEV-listedUpdatedAug 5, 2024, 23:02 UTC (UTC+00:00)

Security readout for executives and security teams

This older Chrome flaw could let a remote attacker crash the browser, and the CVE leaves open the possibility of other unspecified impact. It affects Google Chrome before 50.0.2661.94. The main business concern is unmanaged legacy browser use, not modern fully updated Chrome installations. Exposure is most likely where legacy Google Chrome versions earlier than 50.0.2661.94 remain in use. Linux distributions also issued related browser package advisories. Current, managed Chrome fleets are unlikely to be exposed if updates are enforced. Treat as a legacy exposure cleanup item unless old Chrome builds are still present in production. If found, prioritize removal because browsers process untrusted remote content and the impact is not fully bounded by the CVE. Mitigation focus: Upgrade Google Chrome to 50.0.2661.94 or later.; Apply relevant Debian, Red Hat, openSUSE, or Gentoo browser security updates.; Retire unsupported Chrome or Chromium builds from managed endpoints..

Prepared: Jun 13, 2026, 14:22 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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Severity: Unknown
CVSS: Not scored
Known Exploited: No
Published: May 14, 2016, 21:00 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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https://codereview.chromium.org/1887423002CVE reference · x_refsource_CONFIRM
https://crbug.com/603732CVE reference · x_refsource_CONFIRM
GLSA-201605-02CVE reference · vendor-advisory, x_refsource_GENTOO

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