CVE-2012-1846
First published: Thu Mar 22 2012(Updated: )
Google Chrome 17.0.963.66 and earlier allows remote attackers to bypass the sandbox protection mechanism by leveraging access to a sandboxed process, as demonstrated by VUPEN during a Pwn2Own competition at CanSecWest 2012. NOTE: the primary affected product may be clarified later; it was not identified by the researcher, who reportedly stated "it really doesn't matter if it's third-party code."
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Google Chrome (Trace Event) | <=17.0.963.66 |
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Reference Links
- http://pwn2own.zerodayinitiative.com/status.html
- http://twitter.com/vupen/statuses/177576000761237505
- http://www.forbes.com/sites/andygreenberg/2012/03/21/meet-the-hackers-who-sell-spies-the-tools-to-crack-your-pc-and-get-paid-six-figure-fees/
- http://www.zdnet.com/blog/security/pwn2own-2012-google-chrome-browser-sandbox-first-to-fall/10588
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/74324
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3Adef%3A14940
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2012-1846?
CVE-2012-1846 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential to allow remote code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2012-1846?
To fix CVE-2012-1846, update Google Chrome to the latest version which addresses this vulnerability.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2012-1846?
CVE-2012-1846 is a security vulnerability that allows remote attackers to bypass the sandbox protection mechanism in Google Chrome.
Which versions of Google Chrome are affected by CVE-2012-1846?
CVE-2012-1846 affects Google Chrome versions prior to 17.0.963.66.
Can CVE-2012-1846 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2012-1846 can be exploited remotely by attackers to gain unauthorized access.
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