OSVDB ID: 10983 Title: Multiple Browser Cross Tab Dialog Box Spoofing |
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Multiple web browsers contain a flaw that may lead to an unauthorized information disclosure. The issue is triggered by an attacker creating a specially-crafted web page that would produce an inactive tab or window to launch a dialog box that appears to come from a trusted source, which could disclose sensitive information resulting in a loss of confidentiality. |
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Remote/Network Access Required
Attack Type: Hijacking, Information Disclosure Impact: Loss of Confidentiality, Loss of Integrity Exploit: Exploit Available Disclosure: OSVDB Verified |
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Upgrades are currently available from these vendors to remediate this vulnerability: KDE: Upgrade to version 3.3.1 A workaround is available for: Mozilla FireFox Netscape Opera Avant Browser Safari Maxthon Internet Explorer for Mac It is possible to correct the flaw by implementing the following workaround(s): 1. Disable JavaScript 2. Do not visit untrusted and trusted websites at the same time. |
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