CVE-2016-1679: n/a vulnerability

CVE-2016-1679: The ToV8Value function in content/child/v8_value_converter_impl.cc in the V8 bindings in Google Chrome befo...

The ToV8Value function in content/child/v8_value_converter_impl.cc in the V8 bindings in Google Chrome before 51.0.2704.63 does not properly restrict use of getters and setters, which allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (use-after-free) or possibly have unspecified other impact via crafted JavaScript code.

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

Security readout for executives and security teams

CVE-2016-1679 is a Google Chrome vulnerability fixed before version 51.0.2704.63. A malicious webpage using crafted JavaScript could trigger a use-after-free condition, causing browser denial of service and possibly other unspecified impact. The sources do not show active exploitation. Exposure is mainly legacy endpoints running Google Chrome earlier than 51.0.2704.63 or distribution browser packages covered by the cited 2016 vendor advisories. Modern managed Chrome fleets should only be exposed if obsolete browser versions remain installed or preserved in unsupported images. Prioritize as legacy exposure cleanup, not an emergency based on supplied evidence. Organizations with unmanaged, kiosk, lab, or embedded browser installations should verify quickly because browser JavaScript bugs can be reached remotely through web content. Mitigation focus: Upgrade Google Chrome to 51.0.2704.63 or later.; Apply relevant Debian, Ubuntu, openSUSE, Red Hat, or Gentoo browser security updates.; Retire unsupported legacy browser builds from endpoints and golden images..

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

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Severity: Unknown
CVSS: Not scored
Known Exploited: No
Published: Jun 5, 2016, 23:00 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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RHSA-2016:1190CVE reference · vendor-advisory, x_refsource_REDHAT
https://codereview.chromium.org/1930953002CVE reference · x_refsource_CONFIRM
https://crbug.com/606390CVE reference · x_refsource_CONFIRM
GLSA-201607-07CVE reference · vendor-advisory, x_refsource_GENTOO

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