CVE-2017-8459
First published: Wed May 03 2017(Updated: )
** DISPUTED ** Brave 0.12.4 has a Status Bar Obfuscation issue in which a redirection target is shown in a possibly unexpected way. NOTE: third parties dispute this issue because it is a behavior that might have legitimate applications in (for example) the display of web-search results.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Brave Browser | =0.12.4 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2017-8459?
CVE-2017-8459 is classified as a disputed vulnerability with implications for user interface manipulation in Brave 0.12.4.
How do I fix CVE-2017-8459?
To mitigate CVE-2017-8459, upgrade to a later version of the Brave browser that addresses the status bar obfuscation issue.
What does CVE-2017-8459 affect?
CVE-2017-8459 specifically affects Brave browser version 0.12.4.
Is CVE-2017-8459 a critical security vulnerability?
CVE-2017-8459 is not considered a critical security vulnerability but rather a usability concern that may affect user trust.
What are the implications of CVE-2017-8459?
The implications of CVE-2017-8459 involve potential confusion or misdirection for users due to misleading redirection targets in the status bar.
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