CVE-2011-3081: Use After Free
First published: Tue May 01 2012(Updated: )
Use-after-free vulnerability in Google Chrome before 18.0.1025.168 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service or possibly have unspecified other impact via vectors related to the floating of elements, a different vulnerability than CVE-2011-3078.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Google Chrome (Trace Event) | <18.0.1025.168 | |
| 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=121899
- http://googlechromereleases.blogspot.com/2012/04/stable-channel-update_30.html
- http://support.apple.com/kb/HT5400
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2012/Jul/msg00000.html
- http://support.apple.com/kb/HT5485
- 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/HT5503
- http://security.gentoo.org/glsa/glsa-201205-01.xml
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3Adef%3A15592
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/75273
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id?1027001
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/53309
- http://secunia.com/advisories/48992
- http://osvdb.org/81647
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2011-3081?
CVE-2011-3081 is classified as a high-severity vulnerability due to its potential to cause a denial of service.
How do I fix CVE-2011-3081?
To fix CVE-2011-3081, users should update Google Chrome to version 18.0.1025.168 or later.
Which software versions are affected by CVE-2011-3081?
CVE-2011-3081 affects Google Chrome versions prior to 18.0.1025.168, Apple iTunes versions before 10.7, Apple Safari versions before 6.0, and Apple iPhone OS versions before 6.0.
What is a use-after-free vulnerability like CVE-2011-3081?
A use-after-free vulnerability, such as CVE-2011-3081, occurs when a program continues to use memory after it has been freed, potentially leading to crashes or arbitrary code execution.
Is CVE-2011-3081 still a concern for users?
CVE-2011-3081 is less of a concern for users who have updated to the latest versions of the affected software, but unpatched systems remain vulnerable.
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