# CVE-2016-1669: Node.js 4: The Zone::New function in zone.cc in Google V8 before 5.0.71.47, as used in Google Chrome before 50.0.2661.102,…

CVE-2016-1669 is fixed in Node.js 4 on 1 platform by Node.js 4 4.4.6 (version 4.4.6), released June 23, 2016. It is not reported as exploited. Patch Radar priority: High.

- Web page: https://patchblox.com/security/cve/CVE-2016-1669
- Priority: High
- CVSS: 8.8
- EPSS: 0.0426
- CISA KEV: not listed
- Exploited (vendor report): no
- Publicly disclosed: no
- Published: May 14, 2016
- Vendor advisory: https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2016-1669

## Description

The Zone::New function in zone.cc in Google V8 before 5.0.71.47, as used in Google Chrome before 50.0.2661.102, does not properly determine when to expand certain memory allocations, which allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (buffer overflow) or possibly have unspecified other impact via crafted JavaScript code.

## Where it's fixed

| Platform | Product | Fixed in | Fix | Released |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Windows apps | Node.js 4 | 4.4.6 | [Node.js 4 4.4.6](https://patchblox.com/security/data/fix/windows-app/openjs.nodejs.4-4.4.6.md) | Jun 23, 2016 |

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