CVE-2010-5072: Medium severity opera Opera Browser vulnerability
The JavaScript implementation in Opera 10.5 does not properly restrict the set of values contained in the object returned by the getComputedStyle method, which allows remote attackers to obtain sensitive information about visited web pages by calling this method.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2010-5072?
CVE-2010-5072 has a moderate severity rating due to the potential exposure of sensitive information.
How does CVE-2010-5072 affect users?
CVE-2010-5072 allows remote attackers to obtain sensitive information about visited web pages through the getComputedStyle method.
Which versions of Opera are affected by CVE-2010-5072?
CVE-2010-5072 specifically affects Opera browser version 10.50.
How can CVE-2010-5072 be mitigated?
To mitigate CVE-2010-5072, users should upgrade to a secure version of Opera that has patched this vulnerability.
Is there a workaround for CVE-2010-5072?
There are no known workarounds for CVE-2010-5072, and upgrading the browser is the recommended solution.