CVE-2018-6079 : Exploit Details and Defense Strategies

Google Chrome prior to version 65.0.3325.146 had a vulnerability in WebGL that allowed unauthorized sharing of data between tabs, potentially exposing cross-origin data.

Understanding CVE-2018-6079

This CVE refers to a security vulnerability in Google Chrome that could be exploited by a remote attacker.

What is CVE-2018-6079?

Prior to version 65.0.3325.146 of Google Chrome, a vulnerability in WebGL allowed unauthorized sharing of data between tabs, posing a risk of exposing cross-origin data.

The Impact of CVE-2018-6079

The vulnerability could be exploited by a remote attacker to leak cross-origin data via a crafted HTML page.

Technical Details of CVE-2018-6079

Google Chrome vulnerability details.

Vulnerability Description

Inappropriate sharing of TEXTURE_2D_ARRAY/TEXTURE_3D data between tabs in WebGL in Google Chrome prior to 65.0.3325.146 allowed a remote attacker to leak cross-origin data via a crafted HTML page.

Affected Systems and Versions

Product: Chrome
Vendor: Google
Versions Affected: < 65.0.3325.146

Exploitation Mechanism

The vulnerability could be exploited by a remote attacker using a specifically crafted HTML page to expose cross-origin data.

Mitigation and Prevention

Steps to address the CVE-2018-6079 vulnerability.

Immediate Steps to Take

Update Google Chrome to version 65.0.3325.146 or newer.
Avoid visiting untrusted websites or clicking on suspicious links.

Long-Term Security Practices

Regularly update browsers and software to the latest versions.
Implement strong security measures to protect against web-based attacks.

Patching and Updates

Stay informed about security advisories and patches released by Google Chrome.