Is CVE-2017-5070 actively exploited?

Yes. CVE-2017-5070 is listed in the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities (KEV) catalog, which means exploitation in the wild has been confirmed.

Can CVE-2017-5070 be exploited remotely?

The attack vector of CVE-2017-5070 has not been classified yet.

What is the CVSS score of CVE-2017-5070?

CVE-2017-5070 has not received a CVSS score yet.

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HIGHCISA KEVIN THE WILD

CVE-2017-5070

Published: June 8, 2022

EPSS:71.10%probability of exploitation in 30 daysPercentile:98.7th

Official Description

Google Chromium V8 Engine contains a type confusion vulnerability that allows a remote attacker to execute code inside a sandbox via a crafted HTML page. This vulnerability could affect multiple web browsers that utilize Chromium, including, but not limited to, Google Chrome, Microsoft Edge, and Opera.

NVD Source

CISA KEV Advisory

Google Chromium V8 Type Confusion Vulnerability

Added to KEV: 2022-06-08Federal patch deadline: 2022-06-22

Required Action (CISA)

Apply updates per vendor instructions.

Risk Analysis

This vulnerability in the Google Chromium V8 Engine allows an attacker to execute code within a sandbox by tricking a user into visiting a specially crafted HTML page. Given its high EPSS score of 0.71096 and inclusion in CISA's KEV, active exploitation is highly probable and confirmed. This makes it an urgent concern for systems using Chromium-based browsers.

Active exploitation of this vulnerability has been observed in the wild. As it involves a crafted HTML page, it is remotely exploitable, likely through web browsing.

Recommended Action

Users should ensure all web browsers utilizing Chromium, such as Google Chrome, Microsoft Edge, and Opera, are updated to the latest secure versions. Regular patching is crucial to address such vulnerabilities.

Generated by the CTIWATCH analysis pipeline from this CVE's metadata (CVSS, EPSS, KEV status, exploit intelligence). Verify against vendor advisories before acting.

Technical Analysis

CVE-2017-5070 requires local access, meaning attackers must already have a foothold on the target system.

Exploitation requires some privileges, which limits the exposure to scenarios where an attacker has already gained initial access.

CISA has added CVE-2017-5070 to the Known Exploited Vulnerabilities (KEV) catalog, confirming active exploitation in the wild. U.S. federal agencies are required to patch this within the mandated timeframe, and all organizations should treat remediation as urgent.