CVE-2014-3169: Use After Free
Use-after-free vulnerability in core/dom/ContainerNode.cpp in the DOM implementation in Blink, as used in Google Chrome before 37.0.2062.94, allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service or possibly have unspecified other impact by leveraging script execution that occurs before notification of node removal.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2014-3169?
CVE-2014-3169 has a high severity rating due to its potential to cause denial of service and may allow remote attackers to execute scripts.
How do I fix CVE-2014-3169?
To fix CVE-2014-3169, update Google Chrome to the latest version as the vulnerability has been addressed in subsequent releases.
Which versions of Google Chrome are affected by CVE-2014-3169?
CVE-2014-3169 affects Google Chrome versions prior to 37.0.2062.94.
Does CVE-2014-3169 affect Linux distributions?
Yes, CVE-2014-3169 affects Debian 7.0 and openSUSE versions 12.3 and 13.1.
What impact could CVE-2014-3169 have on users?
CVE-2014-3169 could lead to denial of service and exploitation through script execution vulnerabilities.