CVE-2018-17476: Medium severity google chrome vulnerability
A security ui occlusion flaw was found in the full screen mode component of the Chromium browser.
Upstream bug(s):
https://code.google.com/p/chromium/issues/detail?id=812769
External References:
https://chromereleases.googleblog.com/2018/10/stable-channel-update-for-desktop.html
Other sources
Incorrect dialog placement in Cast UI in Google Chrome prior to 70.0.3538.67 allowed a remote attacker to obscure the full screen warning via a crafted HTML page.
Affected Software
Event History
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2018-17476?
CVE-2018-17476 is classified as a high severity vulnerability in the Chromium browser.
How do I fix CVE-2018-17476?
To fix CVE-2018-17476, update your Chromium browser to version 70.0.3538.67 or later.
Which versions of Chromium are affected by CVE-2018-17476?
CVE-2018-17476 affects versions of Chromium prior to 70.0.3538.67.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2018-17476?
CVE-2018-17476 is a security UI occlusion flaw specifically in the full screen mode component.
Is CVE-2018-17476 present in Google Chrome?
Yes, CVE-2018-17476 is present in Google Chrome versions prior to 70.0.3538.67.