CVE-2018-6148 : Security Advisory and Response

A vulnerability in Google Chrome before version 67.0.3396.79 allowed attackers to bypass navigation restrictions.

Understanding CVE-2018-6148

A flaw in the Content Security Policy implementation in Google Chrome led to a security issue.

What is CVE-2018-6148?

The vulnerability in Google Chrome versions before 67.0.3396.79 enabled a remote attacker to evade navigation restrictions using a specially crafted HTML page.

The Impact of CVE-2018-6148

The vulnerability allowed malicious remote attackers to circumvent navigation restrictions, potentially leading to unauthorized access and data theft.

Technical Details of CVE-2018-6148

Google Chrome's vulnerability details and affected systems.

Vulnerability Description

The incorrect implementation of Content Security Policy in Google Chrome allowed remote attackers to bypass navigation restrictions through a crafted HTML page.

Affected Systems and Versions

Product: Chrome
Vendor: Google
Versions Affected: < 67.0.3396.79

Exploitation Mechanism

Attackers could exploit this vulnerability by creating a specially crafted HTML page to bypass the Content Security Policy restrictions.

Mitigation and Prevention

Steps to mitigate and prevent exploitation of CVE-2018-6148.

Immediate Steps to Take

Update Google Chrome to version 67.0.3396.79 or later to patch the vulnerability.
Avoid clicking on suspicious links or visiting untrusted websites.

Long-Term Security Practices

Regularly update browsers and software to the latest versions.
Implement strong Content Security Policies to prevent similar attacks.

Patching and Updates

Google released a stable channel update for desktop to address this vulnerability.