CVE-2012-2855: Use After Free
First published: Mon Aug 06 2012(Updated: )
Use-after-free vulnerability in the PDF functionality in Google Chrome before 21.0.1180.57 on Mac OS X and Linux, and before 21.0.1180.60 on Windows and Chrome Frame, allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service or possibly have unspecified other impact via a crafted document.
Credit: cve-coordination@google.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Google Chrome (Trace Event) | <=21.0.1180.56 | |
| Google Chrome (Trace Event) | =21.0.1180.0 | |
| Google Chrome (Trace Event) | =21.0.1180.1 | |
| Google Chrome (Trace Event) | =21.0.1180.2 | |
| Google Chrome (Trace Event) | =21.0.1180.31 | |
| Google Chrome (Trace Event) | =21.0.1180.32 | |
| Google Chrome (Trace Event) | =21.0.1180.33 | |
| Google Chrome (Trace Event) | =21.0.1180.34 | |
| Google Chrome (Trace Event) | =21.0.1180.35 | |
| Google Chrome (Trace Event) | =21.0.1180.36 | |
| Google Chrome (Trace Event) | =21.0.1180.37 | |
| Google Chrome (Trace Event) | =21.0.1180.38 | |
| Google Chrome (Trace Event) | =21.0.1180.39 | |
| Google Chrome (Trace Event) | =21.0.1180.41 | |
| Google Chrome (Trace Event) | =21.0.1180.46 | |
| Google Chrome (Trace Event) | =21.0.1180.47 | |
| Google Chrome (Trace Event) | =21.0.1180.48 | |
| Google Chrome (Trace Event) | =21.0.1180.49 | |
| Google Chrome (Trace Event) | =21.0.1180.50 | |
| Google Chrome (Trace Event) | =21.0.1180.51 | |
| Google Chrome (Trace Event) | =21.0.1180.52 | |
| Google Chrome (Trace Event) | =21.0.1180.53 | |
| Google Chrome (Trace Event) | =21.0.1180.54 | |
| Google Chrome (Trace Event) | =21.0.1180.55 | |
| Apple iOS and macOS | ||
| Linux Kernel | ||
| Google Chrome (Trace Event) | <=21.0.1180.59 | |
| Google Chrome (Trace Event) | =21.0.1180.56 | |
| Google Chrome (Trace Event) | =21.0.1180.57 | |
| Google Chrome Frame | ||
| Microsoft Windows |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2012-2855?
CVE-2012-2855 has a high severity rating due to its potential to cause denial of service or further unspecified impacts.
How do I fix CVE-2012-2855?
To fix CVE-2012-2855, update Google Chrome to version 21.0.1180.58 or later.
Who is affected by CVE-2012-2855?
CVE-2012-2855 affects users of Google Chrome versions prior to 21.0.1180.58 on macOS, Linux, and Windows.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2012-2855?
CVE-2012-2855 is classified as a use-after-free vulnerability specifically in the PDF functionality of Google Chrome.
What impact can CVE-2012-2855 have on users?
CVE-2012-2855 could allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service through crafted PDF documents.
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