CVE-2011-2337: Incorrect Type Cast
First published: Thu Nov 07 2019(Updated: )
A wrong type is used for a return value from strlen in WebKit in Google Chrome before Blink M12 on 64-bit platforms.
Credit: cve-coordination@google.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Google Blink | <m12 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2011-2337?
CVE-2011-2337 is considered to have a medium severity rating due to the potential for memory corruption.
How do I fix CVE-2011-2337?
To fix CVE-2011-2337, update Google Chrome to a version beyond Blink M12 for 64-bit platforms.
Which versions of Google Chrome are affected by CVE-2011-2337?
CVE-2011-2337 affects all versions of Google Chrome prior to Blink M12 on 64-bit platforms.
What is the cause of CVE-2011-2337?
CVE-2011-2337 is caused by the use of an incorrect return type from the strlen function within the WebKit framework.
Can CVE-2011-2337 lead to a full system compromise?
While CVE-2011-2337 can potentially lead to memory corruption, its impact typically does not extend to full system compromise.
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