CVE-2023-6512: Inappropriate implementation in Web Browser UI

Published Aug 3, 2022
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Updated

Chromium: CVE-2023-6512 Inappropriate implementation in Web Browser UI

Other sources

Inappropriate implementation in Web Browser UI in Google Chrome prior to 120.0.6099.62 allowed a remote attacker to potentially spoof the contents of an iframe dialog context menu via a crafted HTML page. (Chromium security severity: Low)

This CVE was assigned by Chrome. Microsoft Edge (Chromium-based) ingests Chromium, which addresses this vulnerability. Please see Google Chrome Releases for more information.

Microsoft

Credit

Axel Chong

Affected Software

9 affected componentsFixes available
debian/chromium<=90.0.4430.212-1~deb10u1, <=116.0.5845.180-1~deb11u1, <=119.0.6045.199-1~deb12u1
120.0.6099.129-1~deb11u1120.0.6099.129-1~deb12u1120.0.6099.129-1
Microsoft Edge (Chromium-based)
Microsoft Edge<120.0.2210.61
Google Chrome<120.0.6099.62
120.0.6099.62
Debian Debian Linux=11.0
Debian Debian Linux=12.0
Fedoraproject Fedora=38
Fedoraproject Fedora=39
Google Chrome<120.0.6099.62

Event History

Aug 3, 2022
CVE Published
12:00 AM
Dec 6, 2023
CVE Published
via MITRE·01:19 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·01:19 AM
DescriptionWeakness

Parent advisories

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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2023-6512?

CVE-2023-6512 is a vulnerability in Google Chrome where inappropriate implementation in Web Browser UI allows a remote attacker to potentially spoof the contents of an iframe dialog context menu via a crafted HTML page.

2

What is the severity of CVE-2023-6512?

The severity of CVE-2023-6512 is classified as Low.

3

Which software is affected by CVE-2023-6512?

Microsoft Edge and Microsoft Edge (Chromium-based) versions prior to 120.0.2210.61 are affected by CVE-2023-6512.

4

How can I fix CVE-2023-6512?

To fix CVE-2023-6512, update your Microsoft Edge or Microsoft Edge (Chromium-based) to version 120.0.2210.61 or above. Refer to the Microsoft Edge security updates page for more information.

5

Where can I get more information about CVE-2023-6512?

You can find more information about CVE-2023-6512 in the Google Chrome release blog and the Microsoft Security Response Center website.

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