CVE-2011-3892: Double Free
Published 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.
Affected Software
2 affected components
Google Chrome<15.0.874.120
Debian Debian Linux=6.0
Remediation
Patch Available
Event History
Nov 11, 2011
CVE Published
via MITRE·11:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·11:00 AM
Description
Frequently Asked Questions
1
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.
2
How do I fix CVE-2011-3892?
To mitigate CVE-2011-3892, upgrade Google Chrome to version 15.0.874.120 or later.
3
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.
4
Can CVE-2011-3892 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2011-3892 can be exploited remotely by attackers through crafted streaming content.
5
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2011-3892?
CVE-2011-3892 is a double free vulnerability, which can lead to denial of service conditions.