CVE-2011-2359: Input Validation
First published: Wed Aug 03 2011(Updated: )
Google Chrome before 13.0.782.107 does not properly track line boxes during rendering, 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."
Credit: cve-coordination@google.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Google Chrome | <13.0.782.107 | |
| iPhone OS | <5.0 | |
| iTunes | <10.5 | |
| Safari | <5.1.1 | |
| Debian Linux | =7.0 | |
| Debian Linux | =6.0 |
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Reference Links
- http://code.google.com/p/chromium/issues/detail?id=78841
- http://googlechromereleases.blogspot.com/2011/08/stable-channel-update.html
- http://osvdb.org/74229
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/Security-announce/2011//Oct/msg00000.html
- http://support.apple.com/kb/HT4981
- http://support.apple.com/kb/HT4999
- http://support.apple.com/kb/HT5000
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/Security-announce/2011//Oct/msg00001.html
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/Security-announce/2011//Oct/msg00004.html
- http://www.debian.org/security/2011/dsa-2307
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/68941
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3Adef%3A14671
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2011-2359?
CVE-2011-2359 has a severity rating of medium as it can lead to denial of service.
How do I fix CVE-2011-2359?
To fix CVE-2011-2359, upgrade Google Chrome to version 13.0.782.107 or later.
What versions of software are affected by CVE-2011-2359?
CVE-2011-2359 affects Google Chrome versions prior to 13.0.782.107, as well as several versions of Apple iTunes, Safari, and older Debian systems.
What type of attack does CVE-2011-2359 enable?
CVE-2011-2359 can be exploited to cause a denial of service through the use of stale pointers during rendering.
Is there any known exploit for CVE-2011-2359?
There are no specific known exploits publicly disclosed for CVE-2011-2359, but it poses a risk due to the potential for unhandled exceptions.
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