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ID:5255 - Exploit for Permissions, Privileges, and Access Controls in Google Chrome - CVE-2021-21172
ID:5255 - Exploit for Permissions, Privileges, and Access Controls in Google Chrome - CVE-2021-21172
Published: March 30, 2021
Vulnerability identifier: #VU51132
Vulnerability risk: Medium
CVE-ID: CVE-2021-21172
CWE-ID: CWE-264
Exploitation vector: Remote access
Vulnerable software:
Google Chrome
Google Chrome
Link to public exploit:
Vulnerability description
The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to bypass implemented security restrictions.
The vulnerability exists due to insufficient policy enforcement in File System API in Google Chrome. A remote attacker can trick the victim to visit a specially crafted website, bypass implemented security measures and gain access to sensitive information.
Remediation
Update to version 89.0.4389.72.