Vulnerability identifier: #VU20259

Vulnerability risk: Medium

CVSSv3.1: 5.3 [CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:C/C:L/I:L/A:N/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]

CVE-ID: CVE-2019-1192

CWE-ID: CWE-264

Exploitation vector: Network

Exploit availability: No

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

Vendor: Microsoft

Description

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to gain access to sensitive information.

The vulnerability exists due to incorrect processing of requests with different origins. A remote attacker can create a specially crafted webpage, trick the victim into opening it, bypass implemented Same-Origin Policy (SOP) restrictions and gain access to information, related to another domain. 

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

Microsoft Internet Explorer: 10 - 11

Microsoft Edge:

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External links
http://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2019-1192

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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.