CVE-2018-12016
UnknownEPSS 1.90%
Last modified
CVE-2018-12016 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. libephymain.so in GNOME Web (aka Epiphany) through 3.28.2.1 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (application crash) via certain window.open and document.write calls.. EPSS estimates a 1.90% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
libephymain.so in GNOME Web (aka Epiphany) through 3.28.2.1 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (application crash) via certain window.open and document.write calls.
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Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Gnome | Epiphany | <= 3.28.2.1 |
References
- https://github.com/ldpreload/Disclosure/blob/master/EpiphanyDoS.txtExploit, Third Party Advisory
- https://github.com/ldpreload/Disclosure/blob/master/EpiphanyDoS.txtExploit, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2018-12016?
libephymain.so in GNOME Web (aka Epiphany) through 3.28.2.1 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (application crash) via certain window.open and document.write calls.
How severe is CVE-2018-12016?
Severity scoring for CVE-2018-12016 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 1.90% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2018-12016?
Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.
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