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The WebUI privilege implementation in Google Chrome before version 17.0.963.83 does not properly isolate privileges, enabling remote attackers to circumvent intended access restrictions through unspecified vectors.
Overview
This vulnerability in Google Chrome's WebUI privilege implementation allows remote attackers to bypass access restrictions. It was first made public on March 21, 2012.
Remediation
To remediate this vulnerability, users are advised to update their Google Chrome browser to version 17.0.963.83 or later. This update includes the necessary fixes to properly isolate privileges and prevent remote attackers from bypassing access restrictions.
References
- Oval:org.mitre.oval:def:15028 - https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3Adef%3A15028
- OSVDB-80292 - http://osvdb.org/80292
- Secunia Advisory 48527 - http://secunia.com/advisories/48527
- openSUSE-SU-2012:0466 - http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-security-announce/2012-04/msg00000.html
- Google Chrome Releases Blog - http://googlechromereleases.blogspot.com/2012/03/stable-channel-update_21.html
- SecurityTracker 1026841 - http://www.securitytracker.com/id?1026841
- IBM X-Force Vulnerability 74214 - https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/74214
- SecurityFocus BID 52674 - http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/52674
- Gentoo GLSA-201203-19 - http://security.gentoo.org/glsa/glsa-201203-19.xml
- Secunia Advisory 48512 - http://secunia.com/advisories/48512
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This section illustrates the prevalence of a specific Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures (CVE) across various industries based on customer reports. The ranking displays industries from the most to least affected by this particular vulnerability, offering valuable insight into where this CVE has been most frequently observed. This information can help organizations within these sectors prioritize their security efforts, understand their relative risk exposure compared to their peers, and focus remediation strategies where they are most needed. By understanding the industry-specific impact, organizations can make more informed decisions regarding patching, resource allocation, and overall risk management related to this CVE.
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- Public AdministrationPublic Administration
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- Professional, Scientific, & Technical ServicesProfessional, Scientific, & Technical Services
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- Other Services (except Public Administration)Other Services (except Public Administration)
- Finance and InsuranceFinance and Insurance
- Management of Companies & EnterprisesManagement of Companies & Enterprises
- Real Estate Rental & LeasingReal Estate Rental & Leasing
- Retail TradeRetail Trade
- UtilitiesUtilities
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- Wholesale TradeWholesale Trade
- Accommodation & Food ServicesAccommodation & Food Services
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- Agriculture, Forestry Fishing & HuntingAgriculture, Forestry Fishing & Hunting
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