CVE-2018-6045 : What You Need to Know

Google Chrome's DevTools before version 64.0.3282.119 had a flaw in policy enforcement, potentially exposing local file data to remote attackers via a crafted Chrome Extension.

Understanding CVE-2018-6045

Before version 64.0.3282.119, Google Chrome's DevTools had a flaw in policy enforcement, which could enable a remote attacker to potentially expose local file data of a user by using a carefully designed Chrome Extension.

What is CVE-2018-6045?

Insufficient policy enforcement in DevTools in Google Chrome prior to 64.0.3282.119 allowed a remote attacker to potentially leak user local file data via a crafted Chrome Extension.

The Impact of CVE-2018-6045

Severity: High
Attack Vector: Remote
Exploitation may lead to unauthorized access to local file data.

Technical Details of CVE-2018-6045

Google Chrome's DevTools vulnerability details.

Vulnerability Description

The flaw in policy enforcement in Google Chrome's DevTools could be exploited by a remote attacker to access local file data through a malicious Chrome Extension.

Affected Systems and Versions

Affected Version: < 64.0.3282.119
Google Chrome DevTools before version 64.0.3282.119

Exploitation Mechanism

Remote attackers could exploit the vulnerability by using a carefully crafted Chrome Extension to access local file data.

Mitigation and Prevention

Protect your system from CVE-2018-6045.

Immediate Steps to Take

Update Google Chrome to version 64.0.3282.119 or newer.
Be cautious when installing Chrome Extensions.

Long-Term Security Practices

Regularly update Chrome and all installed extensions.
Implement security best practices to prevent unauthorized access to local files.

Patching and Updates

Apply security patches promptly to mitigate vulnerabilities like CVE-2018-6045.