CVE-2018-17464 : Exploit Details and Defense Strategies

Google Chrome prior to version 70.0.3538.67 on iOS had a vulnerability that allowed remote attackers to manipulate the Omnibox content.

Understanding CVE-2018-17464

An issue in the history handling on iOS in Navigation in Google Chrome versions earlier than 70.0.3538.67 led to a vulnerability exploitable by remote attackers.

What is CVE-2018-17464?

The vulnerability in Chrome allowed remote attackers to manipulate the content of the Omnibox (URL bar) by using a specially crafted HTML page.

The Impact of CVE-2018-17464

The vulnerability could be exploited by a remote attacker to spoof the contents of the Omnibox, potentially leading to phishing attacks or URL spoofing.

Technical Details of CVE-2018-17464

Google Chrome vulnerability details and affected systems.

Vulnerability Description

Incorrect handling of history on iOS in Navigation 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 HTML page.

Affected Systems and Versions

Product: Chrome
Vendor: Google
Versions Affected: < 70.0.3538.67

Exploitation Mechanism

The vulnerability could be exploited remotely by utilizing a specially crafted HTML page to manipulate the content of the Omnibox.

Mitigation and Prevention

Steps to mitigate and prevent the CVE-2018-17464 vulnerability.

Immediate Steps to Take

Update Google Chrome to version 70.0.3538.67 or later.
Avoid clicking on suspicious links or visiting untrusted websites.

Long-Term Security Practices

Regularly update software and applications to the latest versions.
Educate users on safe browsing practices and phishing awareness.

Patching and Updates

Google released a patch in version 70.0.3538.67 to address this vulnerability.