#VU8248 Information disclosure in Microsoft Edge - CVE-2017-8643
Published: September 12, 2017 / Updated: September 12, 2017
Vulnerability identifier: #VU8248
Vulnerability risk: Low
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:Clear
CVE-ID: CVE-2017-8643
CWE-ID: CWE-200
Exploitation vector: Remote access
Exploit availability:
No public exploit available
Vulnerable software:
Microsoft Edge
Microsoft Edge
Software vendor:
Microsoft
Microsoft
Description
The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to obtain potentially sensitive information.
The vulnerability exists due to improper handling of clipboard events. A remote attacker can trick the victim into visiting a specially crafted website, leave it open during clipboard activities and view arbitrary files on the system.
Remediation
Install updates from vendor's website.