KDE contains a flaw that may allow a malicious user to conduct session fixation attacks. The issue is triggered when a remote attacker sets cookies for the websites of certain country-specific secondary top-level domains, which will fix a session by setting a known session ID in a cookie. It is possible that the flaw may allow a session hijacking, resulting in a loss of integrity.
Classification
Location:
Remote/Network Access Required
Attack Type:
Other
Impact:
Loss of Integrity
Exploit:
Exploit Unknown
Disclosure:
OSVDB Verified
Solution
Currently, there are no known workarounds or upgrades to correct this issue. However, KDE has released a patch to address this vulnerability.