CVE-2010-1386

page/Geolocation.cpp in WebCore in WebKit before r56188 and before 1.2.5 does not properly restrict access to the lastPosition function, which has unspecified…

published August 19, 2010

CVSS
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EPSS
2%
Percentile
81.8
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚠️ A tiny oversight in how WebKit handles geolocation could open the door for some unexpected shenanigans! 🌍 Think of this like a hotel concierge who forgets to verify your identity before sharing guest information — it’s just a little too trusting, and anyone could walk away with sensitive details. While the exact consequences of accessing the lastPosition function remain unspecified, the potential for misuse is there. If exploited, it could allow attackers to snoop around, gathering location information without consent, which is absolutely unsettling!

Put simply

Think of this like a hotel concierge who forgets to verify your identity before sharing guest information — it’s just a little too trusting, and anyone could walk away with sensitive details. This vulnerability in WebKit before version 1.2.5 allows unauthorized access to the lastPosition function, which could be leveraged for various remote attack vectors without proper restrictions in place.

What to do

While the exact consequences of accessing the lastPosition function remain unspecified, the potential for misuse is there. If exploited, it could allow attackers to snoop around, gathering location information without consent, which is absolutely unsettling! Upgrade to WebKit version 1.2.5 or later to patch this vulnerability. Ensure that your application does not rely on outdated versions of WebKit that may expose this flaw. Regularly audit your dependencies for security updates. You've got this! With a few updates, you'll fortify your defenses and protect user privacy! 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.02133 · 81.8th percentile
Published
2010-08-19T20:00Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 19 AUG 20:00Z
    page/Geolocation.cpp in WebCore in WebKit before r56188 and before 1.2.5 does not properly restrict access to the lastPosition function, which has unspecified…
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