CVE-2021-30605

Description

Inappropriate implementation in the ChromeOS Readiness Tool installer on Windows prior to 1.0.2.0 loosens DCOM access rights on two objects allowing an attacker to potentially bypass discretionary access controls.

Category

7.8
CVSS
Severity: High
CVSS 3.1 •
CVSS 2.0 •
EPSS 0.02%
Third-Party Advisory bit.ly
Affected: Google Chrome
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://crbug.com/1240952 permissions required
https://bit.ly/37CS6G9 third party advisory

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2021-30605?
CVE-2021-30605 has been scored as a high severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2021-30605?
To fix CVE-2021-30605, make sure you are using an up-to-date version of the affected component(s) by checking the vendor release notes. As for now, there are no other specific guidelines available.
Is CVE-2021-30605 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2021-30605 is being actively exploited. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~0% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2021-30605?
CVE-2021-30605 affects Google Chrome.
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