CVE-2019-13672 : Vulnerability Insights and Analysis

Google Chrome prior to version 77.0.3865.75 had a security issue in its Omnibox UI that could be exploited by a remote attacker on iOS. This could allow manipulation of the URL bar contents.

Understanding CVE-2019-13672

This CVE relates to a vulnerability in Google Chrome's security UI in the Omnibox.

What is CVE-2019-13672?

Prior to version 77.0.3865.75, Google Chrome had a security UI issue in the Omnibox that could be exploited by a remote attacker on iOS to potentially manipulate the contents of the Omnibox using a specially designed HTML page.

The Impact of CVE-2019-13672

The vulnerability could allow a remote attacker to spoof the contents of the Omnibox (URL bar) on iOS devices, potentially leading to phishing attacks or unauthorized redirection.

Technical Details of CVE-2019-13672

This section provides more technical insights into the vulnerability.

Vulnerability Description

The vulnerability in Google Chrome prior to version 77.0.3865.75 allowed a remote attacker to potentially spoof the contents of the Omnibox (URL bar) via a crafted HTML page on iOS.

Affected Systems and Versions

Product: Chrome
Vendor: Google
Versions Affected: Less than 77.0.3865.75
Version Type: Custom

Exploitation Mechanism

The issue could be exploited by a remote attacker on iOS using a specially designed HTML page to manipulate the contents of the Omnibox.

Mitigation and Prevention

To address CVE-2019-13672, follow these steps:

Immediate Steps to Take

Update Google Chrome to version 77.0.3865.75 or later.
Be cautious while entering sensitive information in the Omnibox.

Long-Term Security Practices

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

Patching and Updates

Google released a stable channel update for desktop addressing this issue.