CVE-2018-16073 : Security Advisory and Response

Google Chrome before 69.0.3497.81 is affected by insufficient policy enforcement in site isolation, allowing malicious actors to bypass site isolation through a crafted HTML page.

Understanding CVE-2018-16073

This CVE describes a vulnerability in Google Chrome that enables attackers to circumvent site isolation.

What is CVE-2018-16073?

The vulnerability in Google Chrome versions prior to 69.0.3497.81 allows remote attackers to bypass site isolation by exploiting a specially crafted HTML page.

The Impact of CVE-2018-16073

The absence of adequate policy enforcement in site isolation poses a security risk, enabling malicious actors to compromise user data and privacy.

Technical Details of CVE-2018-16073

Google Chrome's vulnerability details and affected systems.

Vulnerability Description

Insufficient policy enforcement in site isolation in Google Chrome versions before 69.0.3497.81.

Affected Systems and Versions

Product: Chrome
Vendor: Google
Versions Affected: < 69.0.3497.81

Exploitation Mechanism

Attackers exploit a specially crafted HTML page to bypass site isolation.

Mitigation and Prevention

Protective measures to address CVE-2018-16073.

Immediate Steps to Take

Update Google Chrome to version 69.0.3497.81 or newer.
Avoid clicking on suspicious links or visiting untrusted websites.

Long-Term Security Practices

Enable automatic updates for Google Chrome to ensure timely security patches.

Patching and Updates

Regularly check for and apply security updates for Google Chrome to mitigate known vulnerabilities.