Security features bypass in Microsoft Edge - CVE-2023-21719
Published: January 19, 2023 / Updated: January 20, 2023
Vulnerability identifier: #VU71366
CSH Severity: Medium
CVSS v4.0: 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
CVE-ID: CVE-2023-21719
CWE-ID: CWE-254
Exploitation vector: Remote access
Exploit availability:
No public exploit available
Vendor: Microsoft
Affected software:
Microsoft Edge
Microsoft Edge
Detailed vulnerability description
The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to gain access to sensitive information.
The vulnerability exists due to insecure implementation of the Edge AutoFill Protection feature. A remote attacker can trick the victim into visiting a specially crafted website, bypass the Edge AutoFill Protection feature and gain access to sensitive information.
How to mitigate CVE-2023-21719
Install update from vendor's website.