CVE-2017-15420: URL spoofing in Omnibox
An url spoofing flaw was found in the Omnibox component of the Chromium browser.
Upstream bug(s):
https://code.google.com/p/chromium/issues/detail?id=777419
External References:
https://chromereleases.googleblog.com/2017/12/stable-channel-update-for-desktop.html
Other sources
Incorrect handling of back navigations in error pages in Navigation in Google Chrome prior to 63.0.3239.84 allowed a remote attacker to spoof the contents of the Omnibox (URL bar) via a crafted HTML page.
Credit
Affected Software
Remediation
Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.
- Upgrade
Upgrade
Google Chrome (Trace Event)to a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 64.0.3282.119 - Upgrade
Upgrade
redhat/chromium-browserto a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 63.0.3239.84 - Upgrade
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Google Chrometo a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 63.0.3239.84
Event History
Peer vulnerabilities
Found alongside the following vulnerabilities.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2017-15420?
CVE-2017-15420 is classified as a medium severity vulnerability.
How do I fix CVE-2017-15420?
To fix CVE-2017-15420, upgrade your Chromium browser to version 63.0.3239.84 or later.
Which versions are affected by CVE-2017-15420?
CVE-2017-15420 affects Chromium versions prior to 63.0.3239.84.
Is there a workaround for CVE-2017-15420?
There is no well-documented workaround for CVE-2017-15420; updating is recommended.
What impact does CVE-2017-15420 have on users?
CVE-2017-15420 can allow URL spoofing in the Omnibox component, potentially misleading users.