CWE
20
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2018-20070: Input Validation

First published: Wed Jan 09 2019(Updated: )

Incorrect handling of confusable characters in URL Formatter in Google Chrome prior to 71.0.3578.80 allowed a remote attacker to spoof the contents of the Omnibox (URL bar) via a crafted domain name.

Credit: cve-coordination@google.com

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Google Chrome (Trace Event)<71.0.3578.80

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2018-20070?

    CVE-2018-20070 has a high severity rating due to its potential for phishing attacks through URL spoofing.

  • How do I fix CVE-2018-20070?

    To mitigate CVE-2018-20070, users should update Google Chrome to version 71.0.3578.80 or later.

  • What versions of Google Chrome are affected by CVE-2018-20070?

    CVE-2018-20070 affects Google Chrome versions prior to 71.0.3578.80.

  • What type of attack does CVE-2018-20070 enable?

    CVE-2018-20070 enables attackers to perform URL spoofing, potentially leading to phishing attacks.

  • How does CVE-2018-20070 impact users?

    CVE-2018-20070 impacts users by allowing malicious actors to deceive them into believing they are visiting legitimate websites.

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