CVE-2015-1288
First published: Thu Jul 23 2015(Updated: )
The Spellcheck API implementation in Google Chrome before 44.0.2403.89 does not use an HTTPS session for downloading a Hunspell dictionary, which allows man-in-the-middle attackers to deliver incorrect spelling suggestions or possibly have unspecified other impact via a crafted file, a related issue to CVE-2015-1263.
Credit: cve-coordination@google.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Google Chrome | <=43.0.2357.134 | |
| Debian GNU/Linux | =8.0 | |
| redhat enterprise linux desktop supplementary | =6.0 | |
| Red Hat Enterprise Linux Server Supplementary | =6.0 | |
| Red Hat Enterprise Linux Server Supplementary EUS | =6.7z | |
| Red Hat Enterprise Linux Workstation Supplementary | =6.0 | |
| openSUSE | =13.1 | |
| openSUSE | =13.2 |
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Reference Links
- http://googlechromereleases.blogspot.com/2015/07/stable-channel-update_21.html
- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-security-announce/2015-07/msg00038.html
- http://rhn.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2015-1499.html
- http://www.debian.org/security/2015/dsa-3315
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/75973
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1033031
- https://code.google.com/p/chromium/issues/detail?id=479162
- https://codereview.chromium.org/1056103005
- https://security.gentoo.org/glsa/201603-09
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2015-1288?
CVE-2015-1288 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential for man-in-the-middle attacks.
How do I fix CVE-2015-1288?
To fix CVE-2015-1288, ensure you update Google Chrome to version 44.0.2403.89 or later.
What systems are affected by CVE-2015-1288?
CVE-2015-1288 affects various versions of Google Chrome and several distributions of Linux, including Debian and Red Hat.
What type of attack does CVE-2015-1288 enable?
CVE-2015-1288 enables man-in-the-middle attackers to deliver incorrect spelling suggestions or possibly inject malicious content.
Is there a workaround for CVE-2015-1288 if I cannot update?
There are no known workarounds for CVE-2015-1288 other than applying the necessary updates to the affected software.
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