CVE-2018-17473
UnknownEPSS 1.14%
Last modified
CVE-2018-17473 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Incorrect handling of confusable characters in Omnibox in Google Chrome prior to 70.0.3538.67 allowed a remote attacker to spoof the contents of the Omnibox (URL bar) via a crafted domain name.. EPSS estimates a 1.14% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Incorrect handling of confusable characters in Omnibox in Google Chrome prior to 70.0.3538.67 allowed a remote attacker to spoof the contents of the Omnibox (URL bar) via a crafted domain name.
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Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Chrome | < 70.0.3538.67 | |
| Redhat | Linux Desktop | 6.0 |
| Redhat | Linux Server | 6.0 |
| Redhat | Linux Workstation | 6.0 |
| Debian | Debian Linux | 9.0 |
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Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2018-17473?
Incorrect handling of confusable characters in Omnibox in Google Chrome prior to 70.0.3538.67 allowed a remote attacker to spoof the contents of the Omnibox (URL bar) via a crafted domain name.
How severe is CVE-2018-17473?
Severity scoring for CVE-2018-17473 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 1.14% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2018-17473?
Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.
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