CVE-2020-6536: Medium severity google chrome vulnerability
Published Jul 22, 2020
·Updated
Incorrect security UI in PWAs in Google Chrome prior to 84.0.4147.89 allowed a remote attacker who had persuaded the user to install a PWA to spoof the contents of the Omnibox (URL bar) via a crafted PWA.
Affected Software
9 affected componentsFixes available
debian/chromium
90.0.4430.212-1~deb10u1116.0.5845.180-1~deb11u1120.0.6099.129-1~deb11u1119.0.6045.199-1~deb12u1120.0.6099.129-1~deb12u1120.0.6099.129-1
Google Chrome<84.0.4147.89
openSUSE Backports SLE=15.0-sp1
openSUSE Backports SLE=15.0-sp2
Debian Debian Linux=10.0
Fedoraproject Fedora=31
Fedoraproject Fedora=32
openSUSE Leap=15.1
openSUSE Leap=15.2
Event History
Jul 22, 2020
CVE Published
via MITRE·04:16 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·04:16 PM
DescriptionWeakness
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2020-6536?
CVE-2020-6536 has a high severity rating as it allows remote attackers to spoof the contents of the Omnibox in Google Chrome.
2
How do I fix CVE-2020-6536?
To fix CVE-2020-6536, users should update Google Chrome or Chromium to version 84.0.4147.89 or later.
3
Which versions of Google Chrome are affected by CVE-2020-6536?
CVE-2020-6536 affects Google Chrome versions prior to 84.0.4147.89.
4
Can CVE-2020-6536 impact Progressive Web Apps?
Yes, CVE-2020-6536 specifically affects Progressive Web Apps (PWAs) in Google Chrome, allowing for potential security risks.
5
Is there a patch available for CVE-2020-6536?
Yes, a patch for CVE-2020-6536 is included in the newer Chrome versions released after 84.0.4147.89.