Security readout for executives and security teams
CVE-2012-4908 affects old Google Chrome for Android versions before 18.0.1025308. A malicious remote page could bypass browser same-origin protections and access local files through symlink-related behavior. This is an old issue; current urgency depends mainly on whether any legacy Android devices still run the affected Chrome version. Exposure is likely limited to obsolete or unmanaged Android devices running Chrome before 18.0.1025308. Organizations with modern managed mobile fleets are less likely exposed, but legacy devices, frozen app builds, or unsupported Android images should be checked. Treat as a targeted legacy exposure issue. It should not disrupt current operations if mobile browsers are updated, but unmanaged or obsolete Android devices could create avoidable data-access risk. Prioritize inventory confirmation and removal of outdated Chrome builds. Mitigation focus: Update Chrome for Android to version 18.0.1025308 or later, preferably a currently supported version.; Use MDM or app inventory to remove obsolete Chrome builds from Android devices.; Check Google or Chromium guidance if maintaining legacy Android images..
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- https://code.google.com/p/chromium/issues/detail?id=144866CVE reference · x_refsource_CONFIRM
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