CVE-2021-4324
MEDIUMCVSS 6.5/10EPSS 0.53%
Last modified
CVE-2021-4324 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 6.5/10 on the CVSS scale. Insufficient policy enforcement in Google Update in Google Chrome prior to 90.0.4430.93 allowed a remote attacker to read arbitrary files via a malicious file. (Chromium security severity: Medium). EPSS estimates a 0.53% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Insufficient policy enforcement in Google Update in Google Chrome prior to 90.0.4430.93 allowed a remote attacker to read arbitrary files via a malicious file. (Chromium security severity: Medium)
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:N
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Chrome | < 90.0.4430.93 |
References
- https://chromereleases.googleblog.com/2021/04/stable-channel-update-for-desktop_26.htmlRelease Notes, Vendor Advisory
- https://crbug.com/1193233Exploit, Issue Tracking, Vendor Advisory
- https://chromereleases.googleblog.com/2021/04/stable-channel-update-for-desktop_26.htmlRelease Notes, Vendor Advisory
- https://crbug.com/1193233Exploit, Issue Tracking, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2021-4324?
Insufficient policy enforcement in Google Update in Google Chrome prior to 90.0.4430.93 allowed a remote attacker to read arbitrary files via a malicious file. (Chromium security severity: Medium)
How severe is CVE-2021-4324?
CVE-2021-4324 has a CVSS score of 6.5/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.53% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2021-4324?
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.
Are you affected by CVE-2021-4324?
Run a free Strix scan to check your systems for this vulnerability.
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