Vulnerability Description
WebCore/platform/network/soup/SocketStreamHandleImplSoup.cpp in the libsoup network backend of WebKit, as used in WebKitGTK+ prior to version 2.20.0 or without libsoup 2.62.0, unexpectedly failed to use system proxy settings for WebSocket connections. As a result, users could be deanonymized by crafted web sites via a WebSocket connection.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Webkitgtk | Webkitgtk\+ | < 2.20.0 |
| Gnome | Libsoup | < 2.62.0 |
References
- https://bugs.webkit.org/show_bug.cgi?id=126384Issue TrackingPatchThird Party Advisory
- https://security.gentoo.org/glsa/201808-04
- https://trac.webkit.org/changeset/228088/webkitIssue TrackingPatchThird Party Advisory
- https://bugs.webkit.org/show_bug.cgi?id=126384Issue TrackingPatchThird Party Advisory
- https://security.gentoo.org/glsa/201808-04
- https://trac.webkit.org/changeset/228088/webkitIssue TrackingPatchThird Party Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2018-11713?
CVE-2018-11713 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 6.5 (MEDIUM). WebCore/platform/network/soup/SocketStreamHandleImplSoup.cpp in the libsoup network backend of WebKit, as used in WebKitGTK+ prior to version 2.20.0 or without libsoup 2.62.0, unexpectedly failed to u...
How severe is CVE-2018-11713?
CVE-2018-11713 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 6.5/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2018-11713?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Webkitgtk Webkitgtk\+, Gnome Libsoup.