CVE-2010-3255: Buffer Overflow
First published: Tue Sep 07 2010(Updated: )
Google Chrome before 6.0.472.53 and webkitgtk before 1.2.6 do not properly handle counter nodes, which allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (memory corruption) or possibly have unspecified other impact via unknown vectors.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Google Chrome (Trace Event) | <6.0.472.53 | |
| Oracle Webkitgtk4-jsc | <1.2.6 |
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Reference Links
- http://code.google.com/p/chromium/issues/detail?id=51653
- http://googlechromereleases.blogspot.com/2010/09/stable-and-beta-channel-updates.html
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2011/0216
- http://www.redhat.com/support/errata/RHSA-2011-0177.html
- http://secunia.com/advisories/43086
- http://www.mandriva.com/security/advisories?name=MDVSA-2011:039
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2011/0552
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3Adef%3A11736
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2010-3255?
CVE-2010-3255 has a severity rating that indicates it can cause denial of service and potential memory corruption.
How do I fix CVE-2010-3255?
To fix CVE-2010-3255, update Google Chrome to version 6.0.472.53 or later, or update WebKitGTK+ to version 1.2.6 or later.
What types of vulnerabilities are associated with CVE-2010-3255?
CVE-2010-3255 is associated with denial of service due to improper handling of counter nodes.
What software versions are affected by CVE-2010-3255?
CVE-2010-3255 affects Google Chrome versions before 6.0.472.53 and WebKitGTK+ versions before 1.2.6.
Can CVE-2010-3255 lead to further impacts beyond denial of service?
Yes, CVE-2010-3255 may potentially allow for unspecified other impacts due to memory corruption.
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