Insufficient Watchdog Timer Vulnerability in Google Chrome
CVE-2017-15389
6.5MEDIUM
Key Information:
- Vendor
Google
- Vendor
- CVE Published:
- 7 February 2018
What is CVE-2017-15389?
A vulnerability in Google Chrome, specifically before version 62.0.3202.62, arises from an inadequate watchdog timer during navigation. This flaw can be exploited by remote attackers to manipulate the contents of the Omnibox (the URL bar) through maliciously crafted HTML pages, potentially leading users to unsafe websites unknowingly. This poses a significant risk, as attackers could deceive users into believing they are browsing legitimate sites.

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Affected Version(s)
Google Chrome prior to 62.0.3202.62 Google Chrome prior to 62.0.3202.62
References
CVSS V3.1
Score:
6.5
Severity:
MEDIUM
Confidentiality:
None
Integrity:
High
Availability:
None
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
None
User Interaction:
Required
Scope:
Unchanged
Timeline
Vulnerability published
Vulnerability Reserved