Vulnerability identifier: #VU70236

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-2022-46692

CWE-ID: CWE-254

Exploitation vector: Network

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
WebKitGTK+
Server applications / Frameworks for developing and running applications
WPE WebKit
Server applications / Frameworks for developing and running applications

Vendor: WebKitGTK

Description

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to bypass implemented security restrictions.

The vulnerability exists due to a logic issue in WebKit. A remote attacker can trick the victim to visit a specially crafted web page and bypass Same Origin Policy.

Mitigation
Install update from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

WebKitGTK+: 2.3.1a - 2.38.2

WPE WebKit: 2.30.0 - 2.38.2

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External links
http://support.apple.com/en-us/HT213532
http://webkitgtk.org/security/WSA-2022-0011.html

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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.