SB2024021947 - Private browsing activity disclosure in WebKitGTK+ and WPE WebKit
Published: February 19, 2024
Breakdown by Severity
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Description
This security bulletin contains information about 1 security vulnerability.
1) Inclusion of Sensitive Information in Log Files (CVE-ID: CVE-2023-42939)
The vulnerability allows a local local application to gain access to sensitive information.
The vulnerability exists due to WebKit can unexpectedly save private browsing activity into the App Privacy Report. A local application can read the report file and gain access to sensitive data.
Remediation
Cybersecurity Help is not aware of any official remediation provided by the vendor.