Yandex Browser Anti-phishing Vulnerability Affects User Login Security
CVE-2016-8503

7.3HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor

Yandex N.v.

Status
Yandex Browser For Desktop
Vendor
CVE Published:
26 October 2016

What is CVE-2016-8503?

A security issue has been identified in the Yandex Browser where the Anti-phishing warning mechanism can be exploited by remote attackers. This vulnerability enables the execution of specially crafted JavaScript code that may facilitate brute-force password attacks on key web resources. Users operating versions 16.7 to 16.9 of Yandex Browser are particularly vulnerable and should apply updates promptly to mitigate potential risks.

Affected Version(s)

Yandex Browser for desktop 16.7 to 16.9 for Windows and OSx.

References

http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/93921
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https://browser.yandex.com/security/changelogs/
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CVSS V3.1

Score:
7.3
Severity:
HIGH
Confidentiality:
Low
Integrity:
Low
Availability:
Low
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
None
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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