CVE-2011-2169
First published: Tue May 24 2011(Updated: )
Google Chrome OS before R12 0.12.433.38 Beta allows local users to gain privileges by creating a /var/lib/chromeos-aliases.conf file and placing commands in it.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Chrome OS | <=0.12.433.35 | |
| Chrome OS | =0.9.126.0 | |
| Chrome OS | =0.10.142.3 | |
| Chrome OS | =0.10.146.1 | |
| Chrome OS | =0.10.156.1 | |
| Chrome OS | =0.10.156.4 | |
| Chrome OS | =0.10.156.18 | |
| Chrome OS | =0.10.156.20 | |
| Chrome OS | =0.10.156.30 | |
| Chrome OS | =0.10.156.34 | |
| Chrome OS | =0.10.156.36 | |
| Chrome OS | =0.10.156.46 | |
| Chrome OS | =0.10.156.50 | |
| Chrome OS | =0.10.156.54 | |
| Chrome OS | =0.11.227.0 | |
| Chrome OS | =0.11.257.3 | |
| Chrome OS | =0.11.257.14 | |
| Chrome OS | =0.11.257.18 | |
| Chrome OS | =0.11.257.32 | |
| Chrome OS | =0.11.257.39 | |
| Chrome OS | =0.11.257.44 | |
| Chrome OS | =0.11.257.91 | |
| Chrome OS | =0.12.362.2 | |
| Chrome OS | =0.12.397.0 | |
| Chrome OS | =0.12.433.9 | |
| Chrome OS | =0.12.433.14 | |
| Chrome OS | =0.12.433.22 | |
| Chrome OS | =0.12.433.28 | |
| Chrome OS | =8.0.552.342 | |
| Chrome OS | =8.0.552.343 | |
| Chrome OS | =8.0.552.344 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2011-2169?
CVE-2011-2169 is classified as a moderate severity vulnerability.
How do I fix CVE-2011-2169?
To fix CVE-2011-2169, users should update Google Chrome OS to the latest version that addresses the vulnerability.
Who is affected by CVE-2011-2169?
CVE-2011-2169 affects multiple versions of Google Chrome OS including versions prior to R12 0.12.433.38 Beta.
What type of attack can exploit CVE-2011-2169?
CVE-2011-2169 can be exploited by local users to gain elevated privileges on the affected system.
When was CVE-2011-2169 disclosed?
CVE-2011-2169 was disclosed in May 2011.
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