Vulnerability Description
The canvas.createPattern function in Opera 9.x before 9.22 for Linux, FreeBSD, and Solaris does not clear memory before using it to process a new pattern, which allows remote attackers to obtain sensitive information (memory contents) via JavaScript.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Opera | Opera Browser | 9.0 |
References
- http://osvdb.org/45946
- http://security.gentoo.org/glsa/glsa-200708-17.xml
- http://www.opera.com/docs/changelogs/freebsd/922/
- http://www.opera.com/docs/changelogs/linux/922/
- http://www.opera.com/docs/changelogs/solaris/922/
- http://www.opera.com/support/search/view/861/
- http://osvdb.org/45946
- http://security.gentoo.org/glsa/glsa-200708-17.xml
- http://www.opera.com/docs/changelogs/freebsd/922/
- http://www.opera.com/docs/changelogs/linux/922/
- http://www.opera.com/docs/changelogs/solaris/922/
- http://www.opera.com/support/search/view/861/
FAQ
What is CVE-2007-4944?
CVE-2007-4944 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 5.0 (MEDIUM). The canvas.createPattern function in Opera 9.x before 9.22 for Linux, FreeBSD, and Solaris does not clear memory before using it to process a new pattern, which allows remote attackers to obtain sensi...
How severe is CVE-2007-4944?
CVE-2007-4944 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 5.0/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2007-4944?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Opera Opera Browser.