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8.8

WebkitGTK 2 allows remote code execution via audio

published 4 days ago
Summary

The webkit2gtk library used in some Linux applications has a weakness in its audio handling that could let an attacker run arbitrary code on the system. This could lead to unauthorized access or control of the affected computer. Apply the latest security update or upgrade the package as soon as it is available.

What to do
  • Update cleanstart webkit2gtk to version 2.30.5-r0.
Affected software
Ecosystem VendorProductAffected versions
CleanStart cleanstart webkit2gtk < 2.30.5-r0
Fix: upgrade to 2.30.5-r0
Original advisory text
code execution vulnerability exists in the AudioSourceProviderGStreamer functionality of Webkit WebKitGTK 2
Security vulnerability affects the webkit2gtk package. A code execution vulnerability exists in the AudioSourceProviderGStreamer functionality of Webkit WebKitGTK 2.
Fix within
Internet-facing 14 days
Internal At next upgrade
  • Not known to be exploited
  • Needs hands-on effort to exploit (estimated)
  • Gives an attacker full control (estimated)
Severity
8.8 High
Timeline
Published31 Oct 2026
Updated31 Oct 2026
First seen31 Oct 2026
Sources
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