Is CVE-2020-16010 actively exploited?

Yes. CVE-2020-16010 is listed in the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities (KEV) catalog, which means exploitation in the wild has been confirmed.

Can CVE-2020-16010 be exploited remotely?

The attack vector of CVE-2020-16010 has not been classified yet.

What is the CVSS score of CVE-2020-16010?

CVE-2020-16010 has not received a CVSS score yet.

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HIGHCISA KEVIN THE WILD

CVE-2020-16010

Published: November 3, 2021

EPSS:24.11%probability of exploitation in 30 daysPercentile:95.9th

Official Description

Google Chrome for Android UI contains a heap buffer overflow vulnerability that allows a remote attacker, who has compromised the renderer process, to potentially perform a sandbox escape via a crafted HTML page.

NVD Source

CISA KEV Advisory

Google Chrome for Android UI Heap Buffer Overflow Vulnerability

Added to KEV: 2021-11-03Federal patch deadline: 2022-05-03

Required Action (CISA)

Apply updates per vendor instructions.

Risk Analysis

A heap buffer overflow in Google Chrome for Android UI could allow a remote attacker, after compromising the renderer process, to perform a sandbox escape via a crafted HTML page. The high EPSS score and confirmed exploitation by CISA underscore the urgency of patching this vulnerability. This flaw is rated as HIGH severity.

This vulnerability is actively being exploited in the wild. It requires a compromised renderer process but can lead to a sandbox escape via a crafted HTML page.

Recommended Action

Android users of Google Chrome should update their browser to the latest version to mitigate this heap buffer overflow. Regularly update all applications and operating systems to enhance security.

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-2020-16010 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-2020-16010 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.