SB20240618105 - SUSE update for webkit2gtk3 

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SB20240618105 - SUSE update for webkit2gtk3

Published: June 18, 2024

Security Bulletin ID SB20240618105
Severity
High
Patch available
YES
Number of vulnerabilities 2
Exploitation vector Remote access
Highest impact Code execution

Breakdown by Severity

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Description

This security bulletin contains information about 2 secuirty vulnerabilities.


1) Buffer overflow (CVE-ID: CVE-2024-23226)

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code on the target system.

The vulnerability exists due to a boundary error when processing HTML content. A remote attacker can trick the victim to visit a specially crafted website, trigger memory corruption and execute arbitrary code on the target system.

Successful exploitation of this vulnerability may result in complete compromise of vulnerable system.


2) Improper authentication (CVE-ID: CVE-2024-27834)

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to bypass authentication process.

The vulnerability exists due to an error in within the webKit component. A remote attacker can bypass pointer authentication.


Remediation

Install update from vendor's website.

References