CVE-2011-0982: Use After Free
Published 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.
Affected Software
1 affected component
Google Chrome<9.0.597.94
Remediation
Patch Available
Event History
Feb 10, 2011
CVE Published
via MITRE·06:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·06:00 PM
Description
Frequently Asked Questions
1
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.
2
How do I fix CVE-2011-0982?
To resolve CVE-2011-0982, update Google Chrome to version 9.0.597.94 or later.
3
Who is affected by CVE-2011-0982?
CVE-2011-0982 affects all versions of Google Chrome prior to 9.0.597.94.
4
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.
5
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.