CVE-2007-2378: Medium severity Google Web Toolkit vulnerability

Published Apr 30, 2007

Updated

The Google Web Toolkit (GWT) framework exchanges data using JavaScript Object Notation (JSON) without an associated protection scheme, which allows remote attackers to obtain the data via a web page that retrieves the data through a URL in the SRC attribute of a SCRIPT element and captures the data using other JavaScript code, aka "JavaScript Hijacking."

Affected Software

1 affected component

Google Web Toolkit

Event History

Apr 30, 2007

CVE Published

11:19 PM

May 1, 2007

CVE Published

via MITRE·03:00 AM

Data Sourced

via MITRE·03:00 AM

Description

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2007-2378?

CVE-2007-2378 is considered to have a medium severity due to its potential for data leakage.

How do I fix CVE-2007-2378?

To address CVE-2007-2378, implement proper data protection mechanisms when exchanging JSON data.

What types of attacks can CVE-2007-2378 facilitate?

CVE-2007-2378 can facilitate attacks such as data theft through unauthorized JSON data exposure.

Which versions of Google Web Toolkit are affected by CVE-2007-2378?

All versions of Google Web Toolkit prior to the fix for CVE-2007-2378 are affected.

What are the implications of exploiting CVE-2007-2378?

Exploiting CVE-2007-2378 can lead to unauthorized access to sensitive data transmitted in JSON format.