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Advisory Published
CVE Published
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CVE-2020-9987

First published: Wed Sep 16 2020(Updated: )

An inconsistent user interface issue was addressed with improved state management. This issue is fixed in Safari 14.0. Visiting a malicious website may lead to address bar spoofing.

Credit: Rafay Baloch (cybercitadel.com) Cyber Citadel product-security@apple.com

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Apple macOS<11.0.1
11.0.1
Apple Mobile Safari<14.0
14.0
Apple Mobile Safari<14.0

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  • What is CVE-2020-9987?

    CVE-2020-9987 is a vulnerability in Safari that allows a malicious website to spoof the address bar.

  • Who is affected by CVE-2020-9987?

    Users of Safari version 14.0 and macOS Big Sur version 11.0.1 are affected by CVE-2020-9987.

  • How can I fix CVE-2020-9987?

    To fix CVE-2020-9987, update Safari to version 14.0 or later, and update macOS Big Sur to version 11.0.1 or later.

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