CVE-2011-3056
First published: Thu Mar 22 2012(Updated: )
Google Chrome before 17.0.963.83 allows remote attackers to bypass the Same Origin Policy via vectors involving a "magic iframe."
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Google Chrome | <17.0.963.83 | |
| openSUSE | =12.1 | |
| iPhone OS | <5.1.1 | |
| Safari | <5.1.7 |
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Reference Links
- http://code.google.com/p/chromium/issues/detail?id=117550
- http://googlechromereleases.blogspot.com/2012/03/stable-channel-update_21.html
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2012/May/msg00000.html
- http://support.apple.com/kb/HT5282
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2012/May/msg00002.html
- http://secunia.com/advisories/48512
- http://secunia.com/advisories/47292
- http://security.gentoo.org/glsa/glsa-201203-19.xml
- http://secunia.com/advisories/48527
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/52674
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id?1026841
- http://osvdb.org/80294
- http://osvdb.org/81794
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/74216
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3Adef%3A14962
- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-security-announce/2012-04/msg00000.html
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2011-3056?
CVE-2011-3056 has a medium severity rating due to its potential for allowing remote attackers to bypass security mechanisms.
How do I fix CVE-2011-3056?
To fix CVE-2011-3056, update Google Chrome to version 17.0.963.83 or later.
Which versions of Google Chrome are affected by CVE-2011-3056?
CVE-2011-3056 affects Google Chrome versions prior to 17.0.963.83.
Can CVE-2011-3056 affect non-Chrome browsers?
Yes, CVE-2011-3056 can also affect Apple Safari versions prior to 5.1.7 and Apple iPhone OS versions prior to 5.1.1.
What type of attack does CVE-2011-3056 facilitate?
CVE-2011-3056 facilitates attacks that allow for the bypassing of the Same Origin Policy through a technique involving a 'magic iframe'.
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