Vulnerability identifier: #VU27805

Vulnerability risk: Low

CVSSv3.1: 3.8 [CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:N/I:L/A:N/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]

CVE-ID: CVE-2020-1059

CWE-ID: CWE-451

Exploitation vector: Network

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
Microsoft Edge
Client/Desktop applications / Web browsers

Vendor: Microsoft

Description

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to perform spoofing attack.

The vulnerability exists due to the Microsoft Edge does not properly parse HTTP content. A remote attacker can trick a victim to visit a malicious webpage and spoof page content.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

Microsoft Edge:

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External links
http://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2020-1059

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Q & A

Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?

Yes. This vulnerability can be exploited by a remote non-authenticated attacker via the Internet.

Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?

No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability.