Vulnerability identifier: #VU82750
Vulnerability risk: Low
CVSSv3.1: 7.1 [CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H/E:U/RL:U/RC:C]
CVE-ID:
CWE-ID:
CWE-426
Exploitation vector: Local
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 local application to escalate privileges on the system.
The vulnerability exists due to usage of an untrusted search path in WebKit. A local application can execute arbitrary code on the system with escalated privileges.
Mitigation
Cybersecurity Help is currently unaware of any official solution to address this vulnerability.
Vulnerable software versions
WebKitGTK+: All versions
WPE WebKit: All versions
External links
http://support.apple.com/en-us/HT213763
Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?
No. This vulnerability can be exploited locally. The attacker should have authentication credentials and successfully authenticate on the system.
Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?
No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability.