CVE-2010-4491

Name: CVE-2010-4491
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2010-12-07T21:00:09.5+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 0.90%

Last modified Jun 16, 2026

CVE-2010-4491 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Google Chrome before 8.0.552.215 does not properly restrict privileged extensions, which allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (memory corruption) via a crafted extension.. EPSS estimates a 0.90% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Google Chrome before 8.0.552.215 does not properly restrict privileged extensions, which allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (memory corruption) via a crafted extension.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

0.90%

54.9th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-264

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Google	Chrome	<= 8.0.552.214

References

Timeline

Published: Dec 7, 2010
Last Modified: Jun 16, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2010-4491?

Google Chrome before 8.0.552.215 does not properly restrict privileged extensions, which allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (memory corruption) via a crafted extension.

How severe is CVE-2010-4491?

Severity scoring for CVE-2010-4491 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.90% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2010-4491?

Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.

Are you affected by CVE-2010-4491?

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Source: NVD / NIST