CVE-2013-6655

CVE-2013-6655 is a high-severity vulnerability in Google Chrome with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low. The underlying weakness is classified as CWE-399.

Key facts

Description

Use-after-free vulnerability in Blink, as used in Google Chrome before 33.0.1750.117, allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service or possibly have unspecified other impact via vectors related to improper handling of overflowchanged DOM events during interaction between JavaScript and layout.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2013-6655?
Use-after-free vulnerability in Blink, as used in Google Chrome before 33.0.1750.117, allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service or possibly have unspecified other impact via vectors related to improper handling of overflowchanged DOM events during interaction between JavaScript and layout.
How severe is CVE-2013-6655?
CVE-2013-6655 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2013-6655 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (67th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2013-6655?
CVE-2013-6655 primarily affects Google Chrome. In total, 97 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2013-6655?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.
When was CVE-2013-6655 published?
CVE-2013-6655 was published on 2014-02-24 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

Affected products (97)

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