#VU52611 Permissions, Privileges, and Access Controls in Google Chrome - CVE-2021-21228
Published: April 27, 2021 / Updated: April 27, 2021
Vulnerability identifier: #VU52611
Vulnerability risk: Medium
CVSSv4.0: 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:Green
CVE-ID: CVE-2021-21228
CWE-ID: CWE-264
Exploitation vector: Remote access
Exploit availability:
No public exploit available
Vulnerable software:
Google Chrome
Google Chrome
Software vendor:
Google
Description
The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to bypass implemented security restrictions.
The vulnerability exists due to insufficient policy enforcement in extensions. A remote attacker can trick the victim to visit a specially crafted website, bypass implemented security measures and compromise the affected system.
Remediation
Install updates from vendor's website.