CVE-2019-5879
MEDIUMCVSS 6.5/10EPSS 0.59%
Last modified
CVE-2019-5879 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 6.5/10 on the CVSS scale. Insufficient policy enforcement in extensions in Google Chrome prior to 77.0.3865.75 allowed an attacker who convinced a user to install a malicious extension to read local files via a crafted Chrome Extension.. EPSS estimates a 0.59% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Insufficient policy enforcement in extensions in Google Chrome prior to 77.0.3865.75 allowed an attacker who convinced a user to install a malicious extension to read local files via a crafted Chrome Extension.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:N
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Chrome | < 77.0.3865.75 |
References
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2019-5879?
Insufficient policy enforcement in extensions in Google Chrome prior to 77.0.3865.75 allowed an attacker who convinced a user to install a malicious extension to read local files via a crafted Chrome Extension.
How severe is CVE-2019-5879?
CVE-2019-5879 has a CVSS score of 6.5/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.59% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2019-5879?
Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.
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