CVE-2018-10178 : Security Advisory and Response

FromDocToPDF Chrome extension before version 13.611.13.2303 allows remote attackers to identify visited websites.

Understanding CVE-2018-10178

This CVE involves a vulnerability in the FromDocToPDF Chrome extension that can be exploited by remote attackers.

What is CVE-2018-10178?

The Chrome extension called FromDocToPDF, prior to version 13.611.13.2303, has a vulnerability that enables remote attackers to identify the websites visited by a user. This vulnerability involves the execution of a mostVisitedSites command.

The Impact of CVE-2018-10178

This vulnerability allows attackers to gather information on the user's browsing history, potentially compromising privacy and security.

Technical Details of CVE-2018-10178

The technical aspects of this CVE are as follows:

Vulnerability Description

The FromDocToPDF extension before 13.611.13.2303 for Chrome allows remote attackers to discover visited web sites via vectors involving a mostVisitedSites command.

Affected Systems and Versions

Product: Not applicable
Vendor: Not applicable
Versions affected: Not applicable

Exploitation Mechanism

Attackers exploit a vulnerability in the extension to execute a mostVisitedSites command, revealing the user's browsing history.

Mitigation and Prevention

Steps to address and prevent exploitation of this vulnerability:

Immediate Steps to Take

Disable or uninstall the FromDocToPDF Chrome extension.
Regularly clear browsing history and cache.

Long-Term Security Practices

Be cautious when installing browser extensions and only use trusted sources.
Keep browsers and extensions updated to the latest versions.

Patching and Updates

Check for updates to the FromDocToPDF extension and apply patches promptly to mitigate the vulnerability.