CVE-2010-1815: Use After Free

Published Sep 9, 2010
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Updated

Use-after-free vulnerability in WebKit in Apple iOS before 4.1 on the iPhone and iPod touch, and webkitgtk before 1.2.6, allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service (application crash) via vectors involving scrollbars.

Affected Software

7 affected components
WebKitGTK WebKitGTK<1.2.6
Canonical Ubuntu Linux=10.10
Canonical Ubuntu Linux=10.04
Canonical Ubuntu Linux=9.10
Apple iPhone OS<4.1
Apple iPod touch
Apple iPhone OS

Event History

Sep 9, 2010
CVE Published
via MITRE·09:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·09:00 PM
Description
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2010-1815?

CVE-2010-1815 is considered a high severity vulnerability due to its potential to allow remote code execution or denial of service.

2

How do I fix CVE-2010-1815?

To fix CVE-2010-1815, update your affected versions of WebKitGTK+, Ubuntu Linux, or iOS to the latest security patches provided by the vendor.

3

What platforms are affected by CVE-2010-1815?

CVE-2010-1815 affects users running WebKit in Apple iOS versions before 4.1 and WebKitGTK+ versions before 1.2.6, along with specific Ubuntu Linux distributions.

4

Can CVE-2010-1815 be exploited remotely?

Yes, CVE-2010-1815 can be exploited remotely by attackers through specifically crafted vectors involving scrollbars.

5

What are the consequences of CVE-2010-1815 exploitation?

Exploitation of CVE-2010-1815 can lead to arbitrary code execution or application crashes, resulting in a denial of service.

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