CVE-2014-7943: Buffer Overflow
First published: Thu Jan 22 2015(Updated: )
Skia, as used in Google Chrome before 40.0.2214.91, allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (out-of-bounds read) via unspecified vectors.
Credit: cve-coordination@google.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Ubuntu | =14.04 | |
| Ubuntu | =14.10 | |
| openSUSE | =13.1 | |
| openSUSE | =13.2 | |
| redhat enterprise linux desktop supplementary | =6.0 | |
| Red Hat Enterprise Linux Server Supplementary | =6.0 | |
| Red Hat Enterprise Linux Server Supplementary EUS | =6.6.z | |
| Red Hat Enterprise Linux Workstation Supplementary | =6.0 | |
| Google Chromium | =40.0.2214.110 | |
| Google Chrome | <=40.0.2214.85 |
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Reference Links
- http://googlechromereleases.blogspot.com/2015/01/stable-update.html
- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-security-announce/2015-03/msg00005.html
- http://rhn.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2015-0093.html
- http://secunia.com/advisories/62383
- http://secunia.com/advisories/62575
- http://secunia.com/advisories/62665
- http://security.gentoo.org/glsa/glsa-201502-13.xml
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/72288
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1031623
- http://www.ubuntu.com/usn/USN-2476-1
- https://code.google.com/p/chromium/issues/detail?id=422492
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2014-7943?
CVE-2014-7943 has a severity rating that allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service through an out-of-bounds read.
How do I fix CVE-2014-7943?
To fix CVE-2014-7943, update Google Chrome or Chromium to versions above 40.0.2214.91.
Which software is affected by CVE-2014-7943?
CVE-2014-7943 affects multiple software versions including Google Chrome up to 40.0.2214.85, as well as specific versions of Ubuntu Linux and Red Hat Enterprise Linux.
Can CVE-2014-7943 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2014-7943 can be exploited remotely, allowing attackers to execute denial of service attacks.
What types of operating systems are impacted by CVE-2014-7943?
CVE-2014-7943 impacts various operating systems including Ubuntu Linux, openSUSE, and Red Hat Enterprise Linux.
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