CVE-2018-18354: Input Validation
An insufficient data validation flaw was found in the Shell Integration component of the Chromium browser.
Upstream bug(s):
https://code.google.com/p/chromium/issues/detail?id=889459
External References:
https://chromereleases.googleblog.com/2018/12/stable-channel-update-for-desktop.html
Other sources
Insufficient validate of external protocols in Shell Integration in Google Chrome on Windows prior to 71.0.3578.80 allowed a remote attacker to launch external programs via a crafted HTML page.
Affected Software
Event History
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2018-18354?
The severity of CVE-2018-18354 is considered high due to its impact on data validation in the Chromium browser.
How do I fix CVE-2018-18354?
To fix CVE-2018-18354, users should update their Chromium or Chrome browser to the specified patched versions.
Which versions are affected by CVE-2018-18354?
CVE-2018-18354 affects certain versions of Chromium, Chrome, and Red Hat's Chromium-browser prior to the remediation updates.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2018-18354?
CVE-2018-18354 is classified as an insufficient data validation vulnerability.
Is CVE-2018-18354 present in Red Hat Enterprise Linux?
Yes, CVE-2018-18354 is present in Red Hat Enterprise Linux versions 6.0 that include the affected Chromium components.