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CVE-2017-20041: Ucweb UC Browser HTML URL improper restriction of rendered ui layers

A vulnerability was found in Ucweb UC Browser 11.2.5.932. It has been classified as critical. Affected is an unknown function of the component HTML Handler. The manipulation of the argument title leads to improper restriction of rendered ui layers (URL). It is possible to launch the attack remotely. The exploit has been disclosed to the public and may be used.

MediumCVSS 5.4Not KEV-listedUpdated
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Security readout for executives and security teams

CVE-2017-20041 affects UC Browser 11.2.5.932. A malicious page could abuse how the browser renders UI layers around URLs, potentially misleading a user about what they are viewing or selecting. The score is medium, but public disclosure increases practical concern for any environment still allowing this legacy browser. Exposure is limited by the supplied sources to UC Browser version 11.2.5.932. Risk is most relevant on unmanaged, BYOD, or legacy endpoints where UC Browser may still be installed or used for web access. Treat this as a moderate-priority exposure review. It is not KEV-listed in the supplied data, but public exploit disclosure means organizations should quickly confirm whether this legacy browser is present and remove exposure where found. Mitigation focus: Inventory endpoints for UC Browser 11.2.5.932.; Check UCWeb or trusted vendor guidance for supported remediation.; Remove or block the affected browser where no supported fix is available..

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Vulnerability profileCVE Program record
Severity
Medium
CVSS
5.4 (3.1)
Known Exploited
No
Published

Vector: CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:L/I:L/A:N

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CVSS vector scores

1 official score

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ScoreVersionSeverityVectorExploitImpactSource
5.4CVSS 3.1MediumCVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:L/I:L/A:N2.82.5Primary CVE score

Vulnerability scoring details

Base CVSS 3.1 score

5.4Medium
CVSS 3.1 vector shape for CVE-2017-20041Attack VectorAttack ComplexityPrivileges RequiredUser InteractionScopeConfidentiality ImpactIntegrity ImpactAvailability Impact

Vector: CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:L/I:L/A:N

Attack Vector
NetworkAdjacentLocalPhysical
Attack Complexity
LowHigh
Privileges Required
NoneLowHigh
User Interaction
NoneRequired
Scope
ChangedUnchanged
Confidentiality Impact
HighLowNone
Integrity Impact
HighLowNone
Availability Impact
HighLowNone

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Affected products

Products and packages named in the record

VendorProductVersion / packageStatus
UcwebUC Browser11.2.5.932Listed
Weakness

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Improper Restriction of Rendered UI Layers or Frames

Improper Restriction of Rendered UI Layers or Frames represents a recurring weakness pattern that can create exploitable paths when design, validation, or implementation controls are missing.