CVE-2021-21132
CRITICALCVSS 9.6/10EPSS 23.41%
Last modified
CVE-2021-21132 is a critical-severity vulnerability rated 9.6/10 on the CVSS scale. Inappropriate implementation in DevTools in Google Chrome prior to 88.0.4324.96 allowed a remote attacker to potentially perform a sandbox escape via a crafted Chrome Extension.. EPSS estimates a 23.41% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Inappropriate implementation in DevTools in Google Chrome prior to 88.0.4324.96 allowed a remote attacker to potentially perform a sandbox escape via a crafted Chrome Extension.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:C/C:H/I:H/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Chrome | < 88.0.4324.96 | |
| Microsoft | Edge Chromium | < 88.0.705.50 |
References
- https://chromereleases.googleblog.com/2021/01/stable-channel-update-for-desktop_19.htmlRelease Notes, Vendor Advisory
- https://crbug.com/1128206Permissions Required, Third Party Advisory
- https://msrc.microsoft.com/update-guide/en-US/vulnerability/CVE-2021-21132Third Party Advisory
- https://chromereleases.googleblog.com/2021/01/stable-channel-update-for-desktop_19.htmlRelease Notes, Vendor Advisory
- https://crbug.com/1128206Permissions Required, Third Party Advisory
- https://msrc.microsoft.com/update-guide/en-US/vulnerability/CVE-2021-21132Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2021-21132?
Inappropriate implementation in DevTools in Google Chrome prior to 88.0.4324.96 allowed a remote attacker to potentially perform a sandbox escape via a crafted Chrome Extension.
How severe is CVE-2021-21132?
CVE-2021-21132 has a CVSS score of 9.6/10 (CRITICAL severity). The EPSS model estimates a 23.41% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2021-21132?
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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