CVE-2011-0478
UnknownEPSS 2.62%
Last modified
CVE-2011-0478 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Google Chrome before 8.0.552.237 and Chrome OS before 8.0.552.344 do not properly handle SVG use elements, which allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service or possibly have unspecified other impact via unknown vectors that lead to a "stale pointer.". EPSS estimates a 2.62% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Google Chrome before 8.0.552.237 and Chrome OS before 8.0.552.344 do not properly handle SVG use elements, which allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service or possibly have unspecified other impact via unknown vectors that lead to a "stale pointer."
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Chrome Os | < 8.0.552.344 | |
| Chrome | < 8.0.552.237 |
References
- http://code.google.com/p/chromium/issues/detail?id=67363Exploit, Issue Tracking, Vendor Advisory
- http://osvdb.org/70461Broken Link
- http://secunia.com/advisories/42951Third Party Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/45788Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- http://www.srware.net/forum/viewtopic.php?f=18&t=2054Third Party Advisory
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/64669Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- http://code.google.com/p/chromium/issues/detail?id=67363Exploit, Issue Tracking, Vendor Advisory
- http://osvdb.org/70461Broken Link
- http://secunia.com/advisories/42951Third Party Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/45788Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- http://www.srware.net/forum/viewtopic.php?f=18&t=2054Third Party Advisory
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/64669Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2011-0478?
Google Chrome before 8.0.552.237 and Chrome OS before 8.0.552.344 do not properly handle SVG use elements, which allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service or possibly have unspecified other impact via unknown vectors that lead to a "stale pointer."
How severe is CVE-2011-0478?
Severity scoring for CVE-2011-0478 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 2.62% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2011-0478?
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.
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