REDHAT-BUG-2500538: Medium severity WebKit WebKitGTK vulnerability
Published Jul 14, 2026
·Updated
The issue was addressed with improved memory handling.
Impact: maliciously crafted web content may disclose process memory
Advisory: https://webkitgtk.org/security/WSA-2026-0004.html WebKit Bug: https://bugs.webkit.org/showbug.cgi?id=308046
Affected Software
1 affected component
WebKit WebKitGTK
Event History
Jul 14, 2026
Data Sourced
via Red Hat·07:11 PM
DescriptionSeverityAffected Software
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of REDHAT-BUG-2500538?
The severity of REDHAT-BUG-2500538 is medium, rated at 4.
2
What does REDHAT-BUG-2500538 disclosure impact?
REDHAT-BUG-2500538 could allow maliciously crafted web content to disclose process memory.
3
When was REDHAT-BUG-2500538 published?
REDHAT-BUG-2500538 was published on July 14, 2026.
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How does REDHAT-BUG-2500538 affect WebKit WebKitGTK?
REDHAT-BUG-2500538 affects WebKit WebKitGTK by introducing risks due to improper memory handling.
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How can I mitigate the risks of REDHAT-BUG-2500538?
To mitigate the risks of REDHAT-BUG-2500538, ensure that you update to the latest version of WebKit WebKitGTK that addresses the memory handling issue.