#VU17583 Information disclosure in Microsoft Edge


Published: 2019-02-12

Vulnerability identifier: #VU17583

Vulnerability risk: Low

CVSSv3.1: 5.7 [CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:N/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]

CVE-ID: CVE-2019-0658

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 on the target system.

The vulnerability exists due to an error when the scripting engine does not properly handle objects in memory in Microsoft Edge. A remote attacker can trick the victim into visiting a specially crafted website and gain access to arbitrary data.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

Microsoft Edge:


External links
http://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2019-0658


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.


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