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CVE-2011-0982: Use After Free

First published: Thu Feb 10 2011(Updated: )

Use-after-free vulnerability in Google Chrome before 9.0.597.94 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service or possibly have unspecified other impact via vectors involving SVG font faces.

Credit: cve@mitre.org

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Google Chrome (Trace Event)<9.0.597.94

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2011-0982?

    CVE-2011-0982 is classified as a high severity vulnerability that could lead to denial of service or exploitation by remote attackers.

  • How do I fix CVE-2011-0982?

    To resolve CVE-2011-0982, update Google Chrome to version 9.0.597.94 or later.

  • Who is affected by CVE-2011-0982?

    CVE-2011-0982 affects all versions of Google Chrome prior to 9.0.597.94.

  • What type of vulnerability is CVE-2011-0982?

    CVE-2011-0982 is a use-after-free vulnerability related to handling SVG font faces in Google Chrome.

  • Can CVE-2011-0982 lead to data breaches?

    While CVE-2011-0982 primarily causes denial of service, it may introduce risks that could ultimately lead to data breaches if exploited.

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