CVE-2018-17472: Input Validation
First published: Wed Nov 14 2018(Updated: )
Incorrect handling of googlechrome:// URL scheme on iOS in Intents in Google Chrome prior to 70.0.3538.67 allowed a remote attacker to escape the <iframe> sandbox via a crafted HTML page.
Credit: cve-coordination@google.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Google Chrome (Trace Event) | <70.0.3538.67 | |
| iStyle @cosme iPhone OS | ||
| Red Hat Enterprise Linux Desktop | =6.0 | |
| Red Hat Enterprise Linux Server | =6.0 | |
| Red Hat Enterprise Linux Workstation | =6.0 | |
| Debian | =9.0 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2018-17472?
CVE-2018-17472 has a moderate severity rating as it allows for sandbox escape via a crafted HTML page.
How do I fix CVE-2018-17472?
To fix CVE-2018-17472, upgrade Google Chrome to version 70.0.3538.67 or later.
What does CVE-2018-17472 affect?
CVE-2018-17472 affects Google Chrome versions prior to 70.0.3538.67 on iOS.
Can CVE-2018-17472 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2018-17472 can be exploited remotely by using a crafted HTML page.
What is the main issue described in CVE-2018-17472?
The main issue described in CVE-2018-17472 is the incorrect handling of the googlechrome:// URL scheme in Intents on iOS.
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