CVE-2020-6528 : Security Advisory and Response
Learn about CVE-2020-6528, a security vulnerability in Google Chrome on iOS allowing URL bar spoofing. Find out how to mitigate the risk and prevent phishing attacks.
Google Chrome on iOS prior to 84.0.4147.89 had an incorrect security UI in basic auth, allowing a remote attacker to spoof the URL bar.
Understanding CVE-2020-6528
This CVE involves a vulnerability in Google Chrome on iOS that could be exploited by a remote attacker to manipulate the contents of the Omnibox (URL bar) through a specially crafted HTML page.
What is CVE-2020-6528?
The vulnerability in Google Chrome on iOS before version 84.0.4147.89 allowed attackers to deceive users by spoofing the contents of the URL bar.
The Impact of CVE-2020-6528
The vulnerability could lead to phishing attacks, where users are tricked into believing they are on a legitimate website when they are actually on a malicious page controlled by the attacker.
Technical Details of CVE-2020-6528
Google Chrome on iOS prior to version 84.0.4147.89 was susceptible to an incorrect security UI issue in basic authentication.
Vulnerability Description
The vulnerability allowed a remote attacker to manipulate the contents of the Omnibox (URL bar) through a crafted HTML page.
Affected Systems and Versions
- Product: Chrome
- Vendor: Google
- Versions Affected: < 84.0.4147.89
Exploitation Mechanism
Attackers could exploit this vulnerability by creating a specially designed HTML page to deceive users into interacting with a fake URL.
Mitigation and Prevention
To address CVE-2020-6528, users and organizations should take immediate and long-term security measures.
Immediate Steps to Take
- Update Google Chrome on iOS to version 84.0.4147.89 or newer.
- Be cautious when entering sensitive information on websites.
- Avoid clicking on suspicious links or visiting untrusted websites.
Long-Term Security Practices
- Regularly update software and applications to patch known vulnerabilities.
- Educate users about phishing techniques and how to identify suspicious websites.
Patching and Updates
Ensure that all systems and software are kept up to date with the latest security patches to prevent exploitation of known vulnerabilities.