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Status: WontFix
Owner: ----
Closed: Mar 2018
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OS: Chrome
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Type: Bug-Security



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Security: ChromeOS "Powerwash" Does Not Erase Wireless Passwords

Reported by wid...@gmail.com, Mar 21 2018

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VULNERABILITY DETAILS
Upon completing a "Powerwash" of a Pixelbook, I found the wireless keys were still stored on the Pixelbook. This could lead an attacker to connect to a wireless network even if the user is not authorized on the network. Additionally, the warnings on the "Powerwash" insinuate all configurations are reset to factory settings. 

This may be "By design", but it does contradict the concept of a "factory reset" and does represent a security vulnerability.

VERSION
Chrome Version: 7.1.1
Operating System: Android 7.1.1 (Pixelbook)

REPRODUCTION CASE
1. Connect to a secure (WEP enabled) wireless network.
2. Execute a "Powerwash" on the Pixelbook.
3. Complete the "Powerwash". 
4. Upon re-initialization, select the WEP enabled wireless network.
5. The Pixelbook should connect.

 
Labels: OS-Chrome
Interesting, thanks for the report!

Comment 2 by wid...@gmail.com, Mar 21 2018

Thank you. Please keep me posted.

Comment 3 by wid...@gmail.com, Mar 22 2018

Disregard. Operator error!!! (Smiling) The Pixel connected to an open wireless connection! :)
Status: WontFix (was: Unconfirmed)
Ah, thanks for letting us know!
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Comment 5 by sheriffbot@chromium.org, Jun 28 2018

Labels: -Restrict-View-SecurityTeam allpublic
This bug has been closed for more than 14 weeks. Removing security view restrictions.

For more details visit https://www.chromium.org/issue-tracking/autotriage - Your friendly Sheriffbot

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