CVE-2018-17477: Medium severity google chrome vulnerability
An ui spoof flaw was found in the Extensions component of the Chromium browser.
Upstream bug(s):
https://code.google.com/p/chromium/issues/detail?id=863703
External References:
https://chromereleases.googleblog.com/2018/10/stable-channel-update-for-desktop.html
Other sources
Incorrect dialog placement in Extensions in Google Chrome prior to 70.0.3538.67 allowed a remote attacker to spoof the contents of extension popups via a crafted HTML page.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2018-17477?
CVE-2018-17477 is classified as a medium severity vulnerability due to its impact on user interface spoofing.
How do I fix CVE-2018-17477?
To fix CVE-2018-17477, update the Chromium browser to version 70.0.3538.67 or later.
What systems are affected by CVE-2018-17477?
CVE-2018-17477 affects multiple systems, including specific versions of Chromium and Google Chrome.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2018-17477?
CVE-2018-17477 is an ui spoof flaw found in the Extensions component of the Chromium browser.
Is CVE-2018-17477 specific to certain operating systems?
Yes, CVE-2018-17477 affects various operating systems, including Red Hat Enterprise Linux and Debian.