SB2019111620 - Resource management error in webkit2gtk (Alpine package)
Published: November 16, 2019
Security Bulletin ID
SB2019111620
Severity
Medium
Patch available
YES
Number of vulnerabilities
1
Exploitation vector
Remote access
Highest impact
Information disclosure
Breakdown by Severity
- Low
- Medium
- High
- Critical
Description
This security bulletin contains information about 1 security vulnerability.
1) Resource management error (CVE-ID: CVE-2019-8768)
The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to gain access to sensitive information on the target system.
The vulnerability exists due to “Clear History and Website Data” does not clear the history. A remote attacker can gain unauthorized access to sensitive information on the system.
Remediation
Install update from vendor's website.