Microsoft Edge Spoofing Vulnerability

Vulnerability

A spoofing vulnerability has been identified in Microsoft Edge (Chromium-based) version 148.0.3967.70. This vulnerability arises from the browser's tab-splitting feature, which only shows the domain prefix in the address bar instead of the full URL. This behavior can be exploited to create phishing attacks, making malicious websites appear legitimate by mimicking trusted domains.

Impact

Exploitation of this vulnerability could lead to phishing attacks, allowing attackers to make malicious websites appear as if they are from trusted sources.

Remediation

Users are advised to update to the latest version of Microsoft Edge. The security update for this vulnerability can be downloaded from the Microsoft Edge Security Update page.

Added: May 18, 2026, 6:21 PM
Updated: May 18, 2026, 6:21 PM

Vulnerability Rating

Custom Algorithm
spread
8.4
impact
0.6
exploitability
4.2
remediation
7.7
relevance
8.7
threat
0.0
urgency
2.9
incentive
0.0

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