CVE-2019-9147 : Vulnerability Insights and Analysis

Mailvelope prior to version 3.1.0 had a vulnerability that could be exploited through a clickjacking attack on the settings page. This CVE was published on July 9, 2019.

Understanding CVE-2019-9147

Before version 3.1.0, Mailvelope had a vulnerability that allowed for a clickjacking attack on the settings page. The browser's extension isolation mechanisms were disabled, making it susceptible to exploitation.

What is CVE-2019-9147?

CVE-2019-9147 is a vulnerability in Mailvelope prior to version 3.1.0 that could be exploited through a clickjacking attack on the settings page.

The Impact of CVE-2019-9147

The vulnerability in Mailvelope could allow malicious actors to conduct clickjacking attacks on the settings page, potentially compromising user data and privacy.

Technical Details of CVE-2019-9147

Mailvelope's vulnerability and its implications.

Vulnerability Description

Mailvelope prior to version 3.1.0 was susceptible to a clickjacking attack on the settings page due to disabled browser extension isolation mechanisms.

Affected Systems and Versions

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Vendor: n/a
Versions affected: <3.1.0

Exploitation Mechanism

The vulnerability allowed for clickjacking attacks on the settings page.
Browser extension isolation mechanisms were disabled, making it exploitable.

Mitigation and Prevention

Steps to mitigate and prevent exploitation of CVE-2019-9147.

Immediate Steps to Take

Update Mailvelope to version 3.1.0 or newer to patch the vulnerability.
Avoid clicking on suspicious links or visiting untrusted websites.

Long-Term Security Practices

Regularly update browser extensions to the latest versions.
Implement security best practices to protect against clickjacking attacks.

Patching and Updates

Ensure all software, including browser extensions, are regularly updated to the latest versions to address security vulnerabilities.