Improper access control in WPE WebKit and WebKitGTK+ - CVE-2026-28962
Published: May 12, 2026 / Updated: May 12, 2026
Vulnerability identifier: #VU131068
CSH Severity: Medium
CVSSv4.0: CVSS:4.0/AV:N/AC:L/AT:N/PR:N/UI:A/VC:L/VI:N/VA:N/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N/E:U/U:Green
CVE-ID: CVE-2026-28962
CWE-ID: CWE-284
Exploitation vector: Remote access
Exploit availability:
No public exploit available
Vulnerable software:
WPE WebKit
WebKitGTK+
WPE WebKit
WebKitGTK+
Software vendor:
WebKitGTK
WebKitGTK
Description
The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to gain access to sensitive information.
The vulnerability exists due to improper access restrictions in WebKit when rendering content. A remote attacker can trick the victim into visiting a specially crafted website and gain access to sensitive information.
Remediation
Install update from vendor's website.