Description Preview
The vulnerability in Google Chrome before version 18.0.1025308 on Android allows malicious remote attackers to bypass the Same Origin Policy, a critical security mechanism that prevents scripts running on a web page from accessing sensitive data in another web page, and gain unauthorized access to local files by exploiting vulnerabilities related to symbolic links (symlinks).
Overview
This CVE describes a security issue in Google Chrome for Android that enables attackers to circumvent the Same Origin Policy, potentially leading to unauthorized access to local files on the device. By leveraging symlink vectors, attackers can exploit this vulnerability to access sensitive information stored on the device, posing a significant risk to user privacy and data security.
Remediation
To mitigate the risk associated with this vulnerability, users are advised to update their Google Chrome browser on Android to version 18.0.1025308 or later. By applying the latest security patches and updates provided by Google, users can protect their devices from potential exploitation of this vulnerability and ensure the integrity of their local files.
References
- CVE Details: https://cve.mitre.org/cgi-bin/cvename.cgi?name=CVE-2012-4908
- Google Chromium Issue Tracker: https://code.google.com/p/chromium/issues/detail?id=144866
- Google Chrome Releases Blog: http://googlechromereleases.blogspot.com/2012/09/chrome-for-android-update.html
Industry ExposureMost to leastThis 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.
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.
- Management of Companies & EnterprisesManagement of Companies & Enterprises
- ManufacturingManufacturing
- Professional, Scientific, & Technical ServicesProfessional, Scientific, & Technical Services
- Accommodation & Food ServicesAccommodation & Food Services
- Administrative, Support, Waste Management & Remediation ServicesAdministrative, Support, Waste Management & Remediation Services
- Agriculture, Forestry Fishing & HuntingAgriculture, Forestry Fishing & Hunting
- Arts, Entertainment & RecreationArts, Entertainment & Recreation
- ConstructionConstruction
- Educational ServicesEducational Services
- Finance and InsuranceFinance and Insurance
- Health Care & Social AssistanceHealth Care & Social Assistance
- InformationInformation
- MiningMining
- Other Services (except Public Administration)Other Services (except Public Administration)
- Public AdministrationPublic Administration
- Real Estate Rental & LeasingReal Estate Rental & Leasing
- Retail TradeRetail Trade
- Transportation & WarehousingTransportation & Warehousing
- UtilitiesUtilities
- Wholesale TradeWholesale Trade
