CVE-2011-3079
UnknownEPSS 1.43%
Last modified
CVE-2011-3079 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. The Inter-process Communication (IPC) implementation in Google Chrome before 18.0.1025.168, as used in Mozilla Firefox before 38.0 and other products, does not properly validate messages, which has unspecified impact and attack vectors.. EPSS estimates a 1.43% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
The Inter-process Communication (IPC) implementation in Google Chrome before 18.0.1025.168, as used in Mozilla Firefox before 38.0 and other products, does not properly validate messages, which has unspecified impact and attack vectors.
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Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Opensuse | Opensuse | 13.1 |
| Opensuse | Opensuse | 13.2 |
| Chrome | <= 18.0.1025.166 | |
| Mozilla | Firefox | <= 31.6 |
| Mozilla | Firefox | <= 37.0.2 |
| Mozilla | Seamonkey | <= 2.33.0 |
| Mozilla | Thunderbird | <= 31.6 |
| Mozilla | Thunderbird | <= 38.0 |
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Timeline
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- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2011-3079?
The Inter-process Communication (IPC) implementation in Google Chrome before 18.0.1025.168, as used in Mozilla Firefox before 38.0 and other products, does not properly validate messages, which has unspecified impact and attack vectors.
How severe is CVE-2011-3079?
Severity scoring for CVE-2011-3079 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 1.43% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2011-3079?
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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