Summary
The host is installed with Google Chrome and is prone to cross-site request forgery attack.
Impact
Successful exploitation will allow remote attackers to conduct the equivalent of a persistent Logout cross-site request forgery (CSRF) attack.
Impact Level: Application
Solution
Upgrade to Google Chrome version 29 or later,
For updates refer to http://www.google.com/chrome
Insight
The flaw is due to improper validation of 'HTTP Cookie headers' for restricted character-set.
Affected
Google Chrome version prior to 29 on Windows.
Detection
Get the installed version with the help of detect NVT and check the version is vulnerable or not.
References
Severity
Classification
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CVE CVE-2013-6166 -
CVSS Base Score: 6.8
AV:N/AC:M/Au:N/C:P/I:P/A:P
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