Access Control Flaw in Brave Browser by Brave Software
CVE-2017-1000461

4.7MEDIUM

Key Information:

Vendor

Brave

Status
Browser
Vendor
CVE Published:
3 October 2022

What is CVE-2017-1000461?

Brave Browser versions up to 0.19.73 are susceptible to an access control issue within the JS fingerprinting blocking component. This vulnerability allows malicious websites to circumvent the intended fingerprinting protection, potentially enabling them to access browser functionalities meant to be restricted. Users of the affected versions should update to mitigate the risk.

References

https://github.com/brave/browser-laptop/issues/11683#issu...
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CVSS V3.1

Score:
4.7
Severity:
MEDIUM
Confidentiality:
Low
Integrity:
None
Availability:
Low
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
None
User Interaction:
Required
Scope:
Changed

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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