CVE-2022-28870: Address Bar Spoofing Vulnerability in F-Secure SAFE Browser for Android

Published Apr 15, 2022
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Updated

A vulnerability affecting F-Secure SAFE browser was discovered. A maliciously crafted website could make a phishing attack with address bar spoofing as the address bar was not correct if navigation fails.

Affected Software

1 affected component
F-Secure Safe Android<=18.6

Remediation

Information

FIX: A fix has been released in the automatic update channel since 13th, April 2022. No user action is required.

Event History

Apr 15, 2022
CVE Published
via MITRE·10:20 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·10:20 AM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeakness
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2022-28870?

CVE-2022-28870 is a vulnerability that affects F-Secure SAFE browser and allows for address bar spoofing during a phishing attack.

2

What is the severity of CVE-2022-28870?

CVE-2022-28870 has a severity rating of medium (4.3).

3

How does CVE-2022-28870 impact F-Secure SAFE browser?

CVE-2022-28870 allows a maliciously crafted website to perform address bar spoofing in F-Secure SAFE browser.

4

How can I fix CVE-2022-28870 in F-Secure SAFE browser?

To fix CVE-2022-28870, users should update their F-Secure SAFE browser to the latest version provided by F-Secure.

5

Where can I find more information about CVE-2022-28870?

You can find more information about CVE-2022-28870 on F-Secure's security advisories page.

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