CVE-2011-3033: Buffer Overflow
Published Mar 5, 2012
·Updated
Buffer overflow in Skia, as used in Google Chrome before 17.0.963.65, allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service or possibly have unspecified other impact via unknown vectors.
Affected Software
2 affected components
Google Chrome<17.0.963.65
openSUSE openSUSE=12.1
Event History
Mar 5, 2012
CVE Published
via MITRE·07:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·07:00 PM
Description
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2011-3033?
CVE-2011-3033 has been classified as a high-severity vulnerability due to its potential to cause denial of service and allow remote attackers to exploit the buffer overflow.
2
How do I fix CVE-2011-3033?
To fix CVE-2011-3033, update Google Chrome to version 17.0.963.65 or later.
3
What are the consequences of CVE-2011-3033?
The consequences of CVE-2011-3033 include potential denial of service and other unspecified impacts from remote attacks.
4
Which versions of Google Chrome are affected by CVE-2011-3033?
CVE-2011-3033 affects all versions of Google Chrome prior to 17.0.963.65.
5
Is openSUSE affected by CVE-2011-3033?
Yes, openSUSE version 12.1 is also affected by CVE-2011-3033, as it utilizes the vulnerable Skia library.