SB2019111621 - Information disclosure in webkit2gtk (Alpine package)



SB2019111621 - Information disclosure in webkit2gtk (Alpine package)

Published: November 16, 2019

Security Bulletin ID SB2019111621
CSH Severity
Medium
Patch available
YES
Number of vulnerabilities 1
Exploitation vector Remote access
Highest impact Information disclosure

Breakdown by Severity

Medium 100%
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Description

This security bulletin contains information about 1 vulnerability.


1) Information disclosure (CVE-ID: CVE-2019-8769)

CWE-ID: CWE-200 - Exposure of sensitive information to an unauthorized actor

CVSSv4: CVSS:4.0/AV:N/AC:L/AT:N/PR:N/UI:A/VC:H/VI:N/VA:N/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N/E:U/U:Green


The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to gain access to potentially sensitive information.

The vulnerability exists due to improper input validation in the drawing of web page elements. A remote attacker can reveal browsing history when a victim visit a maliciously crafted website.


Remediation

Install update from vendor's website.