CVE-2011-3038: Use After Free
First published: Mon Mar 05 2012(Updated: )
Use-after-free vulnerability in Google Chrome before 17.0.963.65 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service or possibly have unspecified other impact via vectors related to multi-column handling.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Google Chrome (Trace Event) | <17.0.963.65 | |
| SUSE Linux | =12.1 | |
| iTunes | <10.7 | |
| Apple Mobile Safari | <6.0 | |
| iStyle @cosme iPhone OS | <6.0 |
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Reference Links
- http://code.google.com/p/chromium/issues/detail?id=113497
- http://googlechromereleases.blogspot.com/2012/03/chrome-stable-update.html
- http://security.gentoo.org/glsa/glsa-201203-19.xml
- http://secunia.com/advisories/48527
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2012/Jul/msg00000.html
- http://secunia.com/advisories/48419
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2012/Sep/msg00001.html
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2012/Sep/msg00003.html
- http://support.apple.com/kb/HT5400
- http://support.apple.com/kb/HT5503
- http://support.apple.com/kb/HT5485
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3Adef%3A15106
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/73649
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id?1026759
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/52271
- http://secunia.com/advisories/48265
- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-security-announce/2012-03/msg00012.html
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2011-3038?
CVE-2011-3038 has a high severity level due to its potential for causing denial of service and other unspecified impacts.
How do I fix CVE-2011-3038?
To fix CVE-2011-3038, upgrade to Google Chrome version 17.0.963.65 or later.
Which versions of Google Chrome are affected by CVE-2011-3038?
CVE-2011-3038 affects Google Chrome versions prior to 17.0.963.65.
Can CVE-2011-3038 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2011-3038 can be exploited remotely by attackers through multi-column handling vectors.
Is CVE-2011-3038 specific to Google Chrome only?
No, CVE-2011-3038 also affects other software such as Apple iTunes and Safari, as well as openSUSE.
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