Arch Linux update for webkit2gtk
| Risk | High |
| Patch available | YES |
| Number of vulnerabilities | 1 |
| CVE-ID | CVE-2018-4372 |
| CWE-ID | CWE-119 |
| Exploitation vector | Network |
| Public exploit | N/A |
| Vulnerable software Subscribe |
Arch Linux Operating systems & Components / Operating system |
| Vendor | Arch Linux |
Security Bulletin
This security bulletin contains one high risk vulnerability.
1) Memory corruption
EUVDB-ID: #VU15647
Risk: High
CVSSv3.1: 8.3 [CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:C/C:H/I:H/A:H/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]
CVE-ID: CVE-2018-4372
CWE-ID:
CWE-119 - Memory corruption
Exploit availability: No
Description
The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code on the target system.
The weakness exists due to a boundary error in WebKit component when handling malicious input. A remote attacker can trick the victim into visiting a specially crafted website, trigger memory corruption and execute arbitrary code with kernel privileges.
Successful exploitation of the vulnerability may result in system compromise.
MitigationUpdate the affected package webkit2gtk to version 2.22.4-1.
Vulnerable software versionsArch Linux: All versions
External linkshttp://security.archlinux.org/advisory/ASA-201811-20
Q & A
Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?
Yes. This vulnerability can be exploited by a remote non-authenticated attacker via the Internet.
Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?
No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability.
