CVE-2011-0473: Critical severity chrome os vulnerability
Google Chrome before 8.0.552.237 and Chrome OS before 8.0.552.344 do not properly handle Cascading Style Sheets (CSS) token sequences in conjunction with CANVAS elements, which allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service or possibly have unspecified other impact via unknown vectors that lead to a "stale pointer."
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2011-0473?
CVE-2011-0473 is classified as a denial of service vulnerability.
How do I fix CVE-2011-0473?
To fix CVE-2011-0473, update Google Chrome to version 8.0.552.238 or later, or update Chrome OS to version 8.0.552.345 or later.
What systems are affected by CVE-2011-0473?
CVE-2011-0473 affects Google Chrome prior to version 8.0.552.237 and Chrome OS prior to version 8.0.552.344.
What type of attack is associated with CVE-2011-0473?
CVE-2011-0473 allows remote attackers to potentially cause a denial of service through improper handling of CSS token sequences.
Is there a workaround for CVE-2011-0473?
There are no known workarounds for CVE-2011-0473; users should update their software to mitigate the risk.