#VU10513 Information disclosure in Microsoft Edge - CVE-2018-0839

Vulnerability identifier: #VU10513

Vulnerability risk: Low

CVSSv4.0: 1.2 [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-2018-0839

CWE-ID: CWE-200

Exploitation vector: Network

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
Microsoft Edge
Client/Desktop applications / Web browsers

Vendor: Microsoft

Description

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to obtain potentially sensitive information.

The vulnerability exists due to improper handling of objects in memory. A remote attacker can trick the victim into visiting a specially crafted website and gain access to potentially sensitive information.

Successful exploitation of the vulnerability may result in further attacks.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

Microsoft Edge: All versions

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External links
https://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2018-0839

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Q & A

Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?

Yes. This vulnerability can be exploited by a remote non-authenticated attacker via the Internet.

Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?

No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability.