CVE-2024-2631 in Chrome
Summary
by MITRE • 03/20/2024
Inappropriate implementation in iOS in Google Chrome prior to 123.0.6312.58 allowed a remote attacker to perform UI spoofing via a crafted HTML page. (Chromium security severity: Low)
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 03/29/2025
This vulnerability represents a UI spoofing weakness in Google Chrome's iOS implementation that could enable remote attackers to manipulate user interface elements through malicious HTML content. The flaw stems from insufficient validation of web page rendering behavior within the browser's mobile environment, specifically affecting versions prior to 123.0.6312.58. The issue manifests when Chrome processes crafted HTML pages that attempt to deceive users through misleading interface elements, potentially causing users to make incorrect decisions based on false visual representations. This type of vulnerability falls under the category of user interface deception attacks where attackers exploit the browser's rendering engine to present misleading information.
The technical implementation flaw occurs at the interface layer where Chrome's iOS version fails to properly sanitize or validate HTML elements that could alter the visual presentation of web pages. Attackers can craft malicious HTML content that manipulates the browser's display behavior, potentially overlaying fake elements on top of legitimate interface components. This vulnerability leverages the browser's trust in web content without sufficient verification of interface integrity, allowing attackers to create deceptive user experiences that could lead to phishing attempts or other social engineering attacks. The weakness is particularly concerning in mobile environments where screen real estate is limited and users may be more susceptible to interface manipulation due to reduced visual context.
The operational impact of this vulnerability extends beyond simple visual deception as it creates potential pathways for more serious attacks including credential theft, financial fraud, and data exfiltration. Users interacting with compromised web pages may be tricked into entering sensitive information on fake login forms or making transactions on fraudulent interfaces. The low severity classification does not diminish the practical risks as UI spoofing attacks can be highly effective in real-world scenarios where users may not immediately recognize the deception. This vulnerability particularly affects mobile users who rely on Chrome for iOS browsing and could be exploited in targeted campaigns against specific user groups or organizations. The attack vector requires remote code execution through web content delivery, making it accessible to attackers without physical access to devices.
Mitigation strategies should focus on immediate software updates to Chrome versions 123.0.6312.58 and later where the vulnerability has been addressed through enhanced HTML sanitization and interface validation mechanisms. Organizations should implement browser security policies that enforce automatic updates and consider additional security layers such as content filtering solutions that can detect and block suspicious HTML patterns. Users should be educated about recognizing potential UI spoofing attempts and the importance of verifying website authenticity before entering sensitive information. Security teams should monitor for indicators of compromise related to this vulnerability and implement network-based detection measures that can identify malicious HTML content attempting to exploit this weakness. The fix likely involves strengthening the browser's input validation processes and implementing more robust interface integrity checks that prevent unauthorized manipulation of visual elements during page rendering. This vulnerability aligns with CWE-601 URL Redirection to Untrusted Site and ATT&CK technique T1531 for Account Access Through Social Engineering, highlighting the intersection of interface manipulation with broader security threats.