CVE-2025-6179

Public Exploit
ChromeOS Extension Disablement and Developer Mode Bypass via ExtHang3r and ExtPrint3r Exploits

Description

Permissions Bypass in Extension Management in Google ChromeOS 16181.27.0 on managed Chrome devices allows a local attacker to disable extensions and access Developer Mode, including loading additional extensions via exploiting vulnerabilities using the ExtHang3r and ExtPrint3r tools.

Category

9.8
CVSS
Severity: Critical
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 0.01%
Affected: Google ChromeOS
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://issuetracker.google.com/issues/399652193 exploit issue tracking
https://issues.chromium.org/issues/b/399652193 broken link

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2025-6179?
CVE-2025-6179 has been scored as a critical severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2025-6179?
To fix CVE-2025-6179, 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-2025-6179 being actively exploited in the wild?
It is possible that CVE-2025-6179 is being exploited or will be exploited in a near future based on public information. 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-2025-6179?
CVE-2025-6179 affects Google ChromeOS.
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