CVE-2015-1215: Buffer Overflow
First published: Mon Mar 09 2015(Updated: )
The filters implementation in Skia, as used in Google Chrome before 41.0.2272.76, allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service or possibly have unspecified other impact via vectors that trigger an out-of-bounds write operation.
Credit: cve-coordination@google.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Ubuntu | =14.04 | |
| Ubuntu | =14.10 | |
| Red Hat Enterprise Linux Desktop | =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 Chrome (Trace Event) | <=40.0.2214.115 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2015-1215?
CVE-2015-1215 has been classified as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential to cause denial of service.
How do I fix CVE-2015-1215?
To mitigate CVE-2015-1215, users should update Google Chrome to version 41.0.2272.76 or later.
What software is affected by CVE-2015-1215?
CVE-2015-1215 affects Google Chrome versions before 41.0.2272.76, and specific versions of Ubuntu and Red Hat Enterprise Linux.
What attack vectors are associated with CVE-2015-1215?
CVE-2015-1215 includes attack vectors that can trigger out-of-bounds write operations leading to denial of service.
When was CVE-2015-1215 reported?
CVE-2015-1215 was reported in March 2015 as part of a Chrome update.
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