CVE-2013-2493: Buffer Overflow
First published: Thu Mar 07 2013(Updated: )
The Hook_Terminate function in chrome_frame/protocol_sink_wrap.cc in the Google Chrome Frame plugin before 26.0.1410.28 for Internet Explorer does not properly handle attach tab requests, which allows user-assisted remote attackers to cause a denial of service (application crash) via an _blank value for the target attribute of an A element.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Google Chrome | <=26.0.1410.27 | |
| Google Chrome | =15.0.874.121 | |
| Google Chrome | =16.0.912.63 |
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Reference Links
- http://googlechromereleases.blogspot.com/2013/03/beta-channel-update.html
- http://src.chromium.org/viewvc/chrome/trunk/src/chrome_frame/protocol_sink_wrap.cc?r1=185956&r2=185955&pathrev=185956
- http://src.chromium.org/viewvc/chrome?view=rev&revision=185956
- https://chromiumcodereview.appspot.com/12395021
- https://code.google.com/p/chromium/issues/detail?id=178415
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2013-2493?
CVE-2013-2493 has a severity rating of high due to its potential to cause denial of service.
How do I fix CVE-2013-2493?
To fix CVE-2013-2493, update the Google Chrome Frame plugin to version 26.0.1410.28 or later.
What vulnerability does CVE-2013-2493 exploit?
CVE-2013-2493 exploits improper handling of attach tab requests in the Google Chrome Frame plugin.
What systems are affected by CVE-2013-2493?
CVE-2013-2493 affects versions of Google Chrome Frame prior to 26.0.1410.28, including 15.0.874.121 and 16.0.912.63.
What type of attack can CVE-2013-2493 facilitate?
CVE-2013-2493 can facilitate user-assisted remote attacks that lead to application crashes.
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