CVE-2023-4359: Inappropriate implementation in App Launcher

Published May 9, 2023
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Updated

Chromium: CVE-2023-4359 Inappropriate implementation in App Launcher

Other sources

Inappropriate implementation in App Launcher in Google Chrome on iOS prior to 116.0.5845.96 allowed a remote attacker to potentially spoof elements of the security UI via a crafted HTML page. (Chromium security severity: Medium)

This CVE was assigned by Chrome. Microsoft Edge (Chromium-based) ingests Chromium, which addresses this vulnerability. Please see Google Chrome Releases for more information.

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Affected Software

10 affected componentsFixes available
debian/chromium<=90.0.4430.212-1~deb10u1
116.0.5845.180-1~deb11u1118.0.5993.117-1~deb11u1116.0.5845.180-1~deb12u1118.0.5993.117-1~deb12u1118.0.5993.117-1
Microsoft Edge (Chromium-based)
Microsoft Edge<116.0.1938.54
All of the following
Google Chrome<116.0.5845.96
Apple iPhone OS
Debian Debian Linux=11.0
Debian Debian Linux=12.0
Fedoraproject Fedora=38
Google Chrome<116.0.5845.96
Apple iPhone OS

Event History

May 9, 2023
CVE Published
12:00 AM
Data Sourced
12:00 AM
SeverityWeakness
Aug 15, 2023
CVE Published
via MITRE·05:07 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·05:07 PM
DescriptionWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·06:15 PM
DescriptionSeverityAffected Software

Parent advisories

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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2023-4359?

CVE-2023-4359 is a vulnerability in the App Launcher in Google Chrome on iOS.

2

What is the severity of CVE-2023-4359?

The severity of CVE-2023-4359 is medium.

3

How can a remote attacker exploit CVE-2023-4359?

A remote attacker can potentially spoof elements of the security UI via a crafted HTML page.

4

Which software products are affected by CVE-2023-4359?

Microsoft Edge (Chromium-based) and Google Chrome are affected by CVE-2023-4359.

5

How can I fix CVE-2023-4359?

Update Google Chrome on iOS to version 116.0.5845.96 or later.

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