CVE-2016-1698: n/a vulnerability

CVE-2016-1698: The createCustomType function in extensions/renderer/resources/binding.js in the extension bindings in Goog...

The createCustomType function in extensions/renderer/resources/binding.js in the extension bindings in Google Chrome before 51.0.2704.79 does not validate module types, which might allow attackers to load arbitrary modules or obtain sensitive information by leveraging a poisoned definition.

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

Security readout for executives and security teams

CVE-2016-1698 is a Google Chrome extension-bindings flaw fixed before version 51.0.2704.79. A maliciously influenced extension definition could potentially make Chrome load unintended modules or reveal sensitive information. The provided sources do not show active exploitation or a CVSS score. Exposure is most likely where Chrome or Chromium builds older than 51.0.2704.79 remained installed. Linux distribution packages from Red Hat, Debian, SUSE, and openSUSE issued advisories, so managed endpoints with missed 2016 browser updates are the main concern. Handle through normal vulnerability hygiene unless legacy browser use is discovered. The business risk is low for modern environments, but old browser packages on unmanaged endpoints could expose sensitive data or extension behavior. Mitigation focus: Upgrade Google Chrome or Chromium to 51.0.2704.79 or later.; Apply relevant Red Hat, Debian, SUSE, or openSUSE Chromium security updates.; Remove unsupported legacy Chrome or Chromium installations 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: Jun 5, 2016, 23:00 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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RHSA-2016:1201CVE reference · vendor-advisory, x_refsource_REDHAT
https://codereview.chromium.org/1912783002CVE reference · x_refsource_CONFIRM
https://crbug.com/603725CVE reference · x_refsource_CONFIRM

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