#VU10242 Security restrictions bypass in Google Chrome - CVE-2018-6052

Vulnerability identifier: #VU10242

Vulnerability risk: Low

CVSSv4.0: 1.2 [CVSS:4.0/AV:N/AC:L/AT:N/PR:N/UI:A/VC:L/VI:L/VA:L/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N/E:U/U:Clear]

CVE-ID: CVE-2018-6052

CWE-ID: CWE-264

Exploitation vector: Network

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
Google Chrome
Client/Desktop applications / Web browsers

Vendor: Google

Description
The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to bypass security restrictions.

The vulnerability exists due to incomplete no-referrer policy implementation. A remote attacker can trick the victim into visiting a specially crafted website, bypass security restrictions and gain access to system.

Mitigation
Update to version 64.0.3282.119.

Vulnerable software versions

Google Chrome: 61.0.3163.79 - 63.0.3239.132

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External links
https://chromereleases.googleblog.com/2018/01/stable-channel-update-for-desktop_24.html

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Q & A

Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?

Yes. This vulnerability can be exploited by a remote non-authenticated attacker via the Internet.

Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?

No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability.