CVE-2012-2857: Use After Free
Use-after-free vulnerability in the Cascading Style Sheets (CSS) DOM implementation 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2012-2857?
CVE-2012-2857 has a severity rating that allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service or potentially other unspecified impacts.
How do I fix CVE-2012-2857?
To address CVE-2012-2857, update Google Chrome to version 21.0.1180.57 or later on Mac OS X and Linux, and version 21.0.1180.60 or later on Windows.
Which versions of Google Chrome are affected by CVE-2012-2857?
CVE-2012-2857 affects Google Chrome versions prior to 21.0.1180.57 on Mac OS X and Linux, and prior to 21.0.1180.60 on Windows.
Is CVE-2012-2857 a known exploit?
CVE-2012-2857 is categorized as a use-after-free vulnerability, which is a common type of security issue in software.
What platforms are impacted by CVE-2012-2857?
CVE-2012-2857 impacts Google Chrome on multiple platforms including Mac OS X, Linux, and Windows.