Learn about CVE-2020-6501, a vulnerability in Google Chrome allowing remote attackers to bypass content security policy. Find out how to mitigate and prevent this security risk.
This CVE involves insufficient policy enforcement in Google Chrome prior to version 80.0.3987.87, enabling a remote attacker to bypass content security policy through a crafted HTML page.
Understanding CVE-2020-6501
This vulnerability in Google Chrome allowed attackers to circumvent content security policy (CSP) by exploiting a specific version of the browser.
What is CVE-2020-6501?
Insufficient policy enforcement in CSP in Google Chrome before version 80.0.3987.87 enabled a remote attacker to bypass content security policy using a maliciously crafted HTML page.
The Impact of CVE-2020-6501
The vulnerability could be exploited by remote attackers to evade CSP protections, potentially leading to unauthorized access or other security breaches.
Technical Details of CVE-2020-6501
This section provides more in-depth technical insights into the CVE.
Vulnerability Description
The vulnerability stemmed from inadequate policy enforcement in CSP within Google Chrome versions preceding 80.0.3987.87, allowing malicious actors to bypass security measures.
Affected Systems and Versions
Exploitation Mechanism
The exploit involved crafting a specific HTML page to bypass CSP, enabling attackers to circumvent security policies and potentially execute unauthorized actions.
Mitigation and Prevention
Protecting systems from CVE-2020-6501 requires immediate actions and long-term security practices.
Immediate Steps to Take
Long-Term Security Practices
Patching and Updates