CVE-2018-6128 : Security Advisory and Response

A vulnerability in the WebKit URL parsing mechanism was discovered in Google Chrome on iOS versions prior to 67.0.3396.62. This vulnerability could be exploited by a remote attacker to deceive users and perform domain spoofing.

Understanding CVE-2018-6128

This CVE-2018-6128 vulnerability affects Google Chrome on iOS versions before 67.0.3396.62, allowing remote attackers to execute domain spoofing attacks.

What is CVE-2018-6128?

The vulnerability in WebKit URL parsing in Google Chrome on iOS versions before 67.0.3396.62 enables remote attackers to deceive users and perform domain spoofing through a crafted HTML page.

The Impact of CVE-2018-6128

Remote attackers can exploit this vulnerability to deceive users and execute domain spoofing attacks.
Users may be tricked into interacting with malicious content, leading to potential security breaches.

Technical Details of CVE-2018-6128

This section provides detailed technical information about the CVE-2018-6128 vulnerability.

Vulnerability Description

Incorrect URL parsing in WebKit in Google Chrome on iOS prior to 67.0.3396.62 allowed a remote attacker to perform domain spoofing via a crafted HTML page.

Affected Systems and Versions

Product: Chrome
Vendor: Google
Versions Affected: < 67.0.3396.62

Exploitation Mechanism

The attack can be executed through a carefully crafted HTML page, enabling remote attackers to deceive users and perform domain spoofing.

Mitigation and Prevention

Protect your systems and data from CVE-2018-6128 with the following steps:

Immediate Steps to Take

Update Google Chrome on iOS to version 67.0.3396.62 or newer.
Be cautious when interacting with unknown or suspicious websites.

Long-Term Security Practices

Regularly update software and applications to patch known vulnerabilities.
Educate users about the risks of interacting with untrusted content online.

Patching and Updates

Ensure timely installation of security patches and updates to mitigate the risk of CVE-2018-6128.