CVE-2011-3055
UnknownEPSS 1.70%
Last modified
CVE-2011-3055 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. The browser native UI in Google Chrome before 17.0.963.83 does not require user confirmation before an unpacked extension installation, which allows user-assisted remote attackers to have an unspecified impact via a crafted extension.. EPSS estimates a 1.70% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
The browser native UI in Google Chrome before 17.0.963.83 does not require user confirmation before an unpacked extension installation, which allows user-assisted remote attackers to have an unspecified impact via a crafted extension.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Chrome | < 17.0.963.83 | |
| Opensuse | Opensuse | 12.1 |
References
- http://code.google.com/p/chromium/issues/detail?id=117736Exploit, Vendor Advisory
- http://googlechromereleases.blogspot.com/2012/03/stable-channel-update_21.htmlRelease Notes, Vendor Advisory
- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-security-announce/2012-04/msg00000.htmlMailing List, Third Party Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/48512Not Applicable
- http://secunia.com/advisories/48527Not Applicable
- http://security.gentoo.org/glsa/glsa-201203-19.xmlThird Party Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/52674Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id?1026841Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/74215Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- http://code.google.com/p/chromium/issues/detail?id=117736Exploit, Vendor Advisory
- http://googlechromereleases.blogspot.com/2012/03/stable-channel-update_21.htmlRelease Notes, Vendor Advisory
- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-security-announce/2012-04/msg00000.htmlMailing List, Third Party Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/48512Not Applicable
- http://secunia.com/advisories/48527Not Applicable
- http://security.gentoo.org/glsa/glsa-201203-19.xmlThird Party Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/52674Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id?1026841Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/74215Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2011-3055?
The browser native UI in Google Chrome before 17.0.963.83 does not require user confirmation before an unpacked extension installation, which allows user-assisted remote attackers to have an unspecified impact via a crafted extension.
How severe is CVE-2011-3055?
Severity scoring for CVE-2011-3055 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 1.70% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2011-3055?
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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