CVE-2020-16017VulnerabilityPublished 11/03/2021Updated 10/24/2026

CVE-2020-16017: Google Chrome Use-After-Free Vulnerability

Affects Google ChromeSource CISA KEV

Severity

High

No CVSS score published yet

Exploitation: Actively exploited – in CISA KEV since 11/03/2021
KEV deadline: 05/03/2022
EPSS: 2.7% chance of exploitation in 30 days – higher than 85% of CVEs

What to do

CISA required action

Apply updates per vendor instructions.

nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2020-16017 (opens in a new tab)

Description

CVE-2020-16017 is a use-after-free vulnerability in Google Chrome that allows a remote attacker who has compromised the renderer process to potentially escape the sandbox via a crafted HTML page. This vulnerability has been exploited in the wild. No specific affected versions or patch information are provided in the input data.

Summary

Google Chrome contains a use-after-free vulnerability (CWE-416) that enables a remote attacker, with control over the renderer process, to potentially perform a sandbox escape by delivering a specially crafted HTML page. This vulnerability has been observed in active exploitation campaigns. The input data does not specify affected versions or patch availability.

Impact

Successful exploitation can lead to sandbox escape, which may allow an attacker to execute code outside the browser's restricted environment, increasing the potential for system compromise. The vulnerability has been exploited in the wild, indicating active threat usage.

Mitigation

Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Since no patch or remediation details are provided, users should monitor official Google Chrome security advisories for updates and apply fixes promptly once available.

Weaknesses

CWE-416Use After Free (opens in a new tab)

What to do

Description

AnalysisAI-generated, updated 10/24/2026, 09:26:21 UTC

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