Vulnerability Description
Google Chrome 1.0.154.48 and earlier does not block javascript: URIs in Refresh headers in HTTP responses, which allows remote attackers to conduct cross-site scripting (XSS) attacks via vectors related to (1) injecting a Refresh header or (2) specifying the content of a Refresh header, a related issue to CVE-2009-1312. NOTE: it was later reported that 2.0.172.28, 2.0.172.37, and 3.0.193.2 Beta are also affected.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Chrome | <= 1.0.154.48 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://websecurity.com.ua/3275/
- http://websecurity.com.ua/3386/
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/504718/100/0/threaded
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/504723/100/0/threaded
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/35572Exploit
- http://websecurity.com.ua/3275/
- http://websecurity.com.ua/3386/
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/504718/100/0/threaded
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/504723/100/0/threaded
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/35572Exploit
FAQ
What is CVE-2009-2352?
CVE-2009-2352 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 4.3 (MEDIUM). Google Chrome 1.0.154.48 and earlier does not block javascript: URIs in Refresh headers in HTTP responses, which allows remote attackers to conduct cross-site scripting (XSS) attacks via vectors relat...
How severe is CVE-2009-2352?
CVE-2009-2352 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 4.3/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2009-2352?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Google Chrome.