CVE-2015-1240: Buffer Overflow
First published: Sun Apr 19 2015(Updated: )
gpu/blink/webgraphicscontext3d_impl.cc in the WebGL implementation in Google Chrome before 42.0.2311.90 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (out-of-bounds read) via a crafted WebGL program that triggers a state inconsistency.
Credit: cve-coordination@google.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Debian Linux | =8.0 | |
| Google Chrome | <=42.0.2311.60 | |
| Ubuntu | =14.04 | |
| Ubuntu | =14.10 | |
| Ubuntu | =15.04 |
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Reference Links
- http://googlechromereleases.blogspot.com/2015/04/stable-channel-update_14.html
- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-updates/2015-04/msg00040.html
- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-updates/2015-11/msg00024.html
- http://rhn.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2015-0816.html
- http://ubuntu.com/usn/usn-2570-1
- http://www.debian.org/security/2015/dsa-3238
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1032209
- https://code.google.com/p/chromium/issues/detail?id=463599
- https://codereview.chromium.org/978193003
- https://security.gentoo.org/glsa/201506-04
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2015-1240?
CVE-2015-1240 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-2015-1240?
To fix CVE-2015-1240, update Google Chrome to version 42.0.2311.90 or later, or upgrade your operating system to avoid using vulnerable versions.
Which versions of Google Chrome are affected by CVE-2015-1240?
CVE-2015-1240 affects Google Chrome versions up to and including 42.0.2311.60.
Which operating systems are impacted by CVE-2015-1240?
CVE-2015-1240 impacts Debian 8.0 and specific versions of Ubuntu Linux including 14.04, 14.10, and 15.04.
What are the potential consequences of CVE-2015-1240?
The potential consequences of CVE-2015-1240 include denial of service, which could disrupt application availability for users.
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