#VU11983 Security restrictions bypass in Google Chrome - CVE-2018-6109

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#VU11983 Security restrictions bypass in Google Chrome - CVE-2018-6109

Published: April 19, 2018 / Updated: June 11, 2021


Vulnerability identifier: #VU11983
Vulnerability risk: Low
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:Clear
CVE-ID: CVE-2018-6109
CWE-ID: CWE-20
Exploitation vector: Remote access
Exploit availability: No public exploit available
Vulnerable software:
Google Chrome
Software vendor:
Google

Description

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to bypass security restrictions.

The vulnerability exists due to the incorrect handling of files by FileAPI. A remote unauthenticated attacker can trick the victim into visiting a specially crafted website, bypass security restrictions and gain unauthorized access to the system.


Remediation

Update to version 66.0.3359.117.

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