CVE-2017-5086: Input Validation
An address spoofing flaw was found in the Omnibox component of the Chromium browser.
Upstream bug(s):
https://code.google.com/p/chromium/issues/detail?id=722639
External References:
https://chromereleases.googleblog.com/2017/06/stable-channel-update-for-desktop.html
Other sources
Insufficient Policy Enforcement in Omnibox in Google Chrome prior to 59.0.3071.86 for Windows and Mac allowed a remote attacker to perform domain spoofing via IDN homographs in a crafted domain name.
— MITRE
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2017-5086?
CVE-2017-5086 has been rated as a medium severity vulnerability due to its potential for domain spoofing via IDN homographs.
How do I fix CVE-2017-5086?
To fix CVE-2017-5086, update your Google Chrome browser to version 59.0.3071.86 or later.
Which versions of Chrome are affected by CVE-2017-5086?
CVE-2017-5086 affects Chrome versions prior to 59.0.3071.86 on Windows and Mac.
Can CVE-2017-5086 impact other operating systems?
CVE-2017-5086 specifically affects Google Chrome on Windows and Mac, and does not impact other operating systems.
What kind of attack does CVE-2017-5086 enable?
CVE-2017-5086 enables remote attackers to perform domain spoofing through crafted IDN homograph attacks.