SB2024101670 - Security restrictions bypass in WebKitGTK+ and WPE WebKit



SB2024101670 - Security restrictions bypass in WebKitGTK+ and WPE WebKit

Published: October 16, 2024

Security Bulletin ID SB2024101670
Severity
Medium
Patch available
NO
Number of vulnerabilities 1
Exploitation vector Remote access
Highest impact Data manipulation

Breakdown by Severity

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Description

This security bulletin contains information about 1 security vulnerability.


1) Input validation error (CVE-ID: CVE-2024-44206)

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

The vulnerability exists due to insufficient validation of URL in WebKit. A remote attacker can trick the victim into clicking on a specially crafted link and bypass certain content restrictions.


Remediation

Cybersecurity Help is not aware of any official remediation provided by the vendor.