CVE-2011-3892: Double Free
First published: Fri Nov 11 2011(Updated: )
Double free vulnerability in the Theora decoder in Google Chrome before 15.0.874.120 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service or possibly have unspecified other impact via a crafted stream.
Credit: cve-coordination@google.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Google Chrome | <15.0.874.120 | |
| Debian Linux | =6.0 |
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Reference Links
- http://code.google.com/p/chromium/issues/detail?id=100465
- http://googlechromereleases.blogspot.com/2011/11/stable-channel-update.html
- http://secunia.com/advisories/46933
- http://www.mandriva.com/security/advisories?name=MDVSA-2012:075
- http://www.debian.org/security/2012/dsa-2471
- http://www.mandriva.com/security/advisories?name=MDVSA-2012:076
- http://secunia.com/advisories/49089
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3Adef%3A14484
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2011-3892?
CVE-2011-3892 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential to cause denial of service and allow remote attackers to manipulate the system.
How do I fix CVE-2011-3892?
To mitigate CVE-2011-3892, upgrade Google Chrome to version 15.0.874.120 or later.
What software is affected by CVE-2011-3892?
CVE-2011-3892 affects Google Chrome versions prior to 15.0.874.120 and Debian Linux version 6.0.
Can CVE-2011-3892 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2011-3892 can be exploited remotely by attackers through crafted streaming content.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2011-3892?
CVE-2011-3892 is a double free vulnerability, which can lead to denial of service conditions.
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