SB2017022022 - Improper access control in webkit2gtk (Alpine package) 



SB2017022022 - Improper access control in webkit2gtk (Alpine package)

Published: February 20, 2017

Security Bulletin ID SB2017022022
Severity
Medium
Patch available
YES
Number of vulnerabilities 1
Exploitation vector Remote access
Highest impact Information disclosure

Breakdown by Severity

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Description

This security bulletin contains information about 1 security vulnerability.


1) Improper access control (CVE-ID: CVE-2016-4591)

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

WebKit in Apple iOS before 9.3.3, Safari before 9.1.2, and tvOS before 9.2.2 mishandles the location variable, which allows remote attackers to access the local filesystem via unspecified vectors.


Remediation

Install update from vendor's website.