CVE-2009-3931: Input Validation
Incomplete blacklist vulnerability in browser/download/downloadexe.cc in Google Chrome before 3.0.195.32 allows remote attackers to force the download of certain dangerous files via a "Content-Disposition: attachment" designation, as demonstrated by (1) .mht and (2) .mhtml files, which are automatically executed by Internet Explorer 6; (3) .svg files, which are automatically executed by Safari; (4) .xml files; (5) .htt files; (6) .xsl files; (7) .xslt files; and (8) image files that are forbidden by the victim's site policy.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2009-3931?
CVE-2009-3931 is considered a medium severity vulnerability due to its potential to download dangerous files.
How do I fix CVE-2009-3931?
To fix CVE-2009-3931, update Google Chrome to version 3.0.195.32 or later.
What types of files are affected by CVE-2009-3931?
CVE-2009-3931 allows the download of potentially harmful files such as .mht and .mhtml.
Can CVE-2009-3931 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2009-3931 can be exploited by remote attackers to force file downloads.
What versions of Google Chrome are vulnerable to CVE-2009-3931?
Google Chrome versions prior to 3.0.195.32 are vulnerable to CVE-2009-3931.