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CVE-2016-8501: Security WiFi bypass in Yandex Browser from version 15.10 to 15.12 allows remote attacker to sniff traffic...

Security WiFi bypass in Yandex Browser from version 15.10 to 15.12 allows remote attacker to sniff traffic in open or WEP-protected wi-fi networks despite of special security mechanism is enabled.

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Yandex Browser for desktop versions 15.10 through 15.12 had a weakness in its Wi-Fi security feature. On open or WEP-protected networks, a nearby remote attacker could sniff traffic even when the browser’s special security mechanism was enabled. Exposure is likely limited to legacy endpoints still running Yandex Browser desktop 15.10 to 15.12, especially users connecting over open or WEP-protected Wi-Fi. Organizations without this browser or these versions are not indicated as affected by the supplied sources. Treat this as a legacy exposure cleanup item unless affected browser versions are still in use on untrusted Wi-Fi. The business urgency rises for roaming users, public Wi-Fi use, or environments relying on the browser’s Wi-Fi protection feature. Mitigation focus: Inventory endpoints for Yandex Browser desktop versions 15.10 through 15.12.; Check Yandex security changelog and vendor guidance for the remediated release.; Remove or update affected browser versions according to vendor guidance..

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VendorProductVersion / packageStatus
n/aYandex Browser for desktop Versions from 15.10 to 15.12Yandex Browser for desktop Versions from 15.10 to 15.12Listed
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