Vulnerability Description
Google Chrome 1.0.154.48 and earlier, 2.0.172.28, 2.0.172.37, and 3.0.193.2 Beta does not properly block data: 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 that contains JavaScript sequences in a data:text/html URI or (2) entering a data:text/html URI with JavaScript sequences when specifying the content of a Refresh header. NOTE: the JavaScript executes outside of the context of the HTTP site.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Chrome | <= 1.0.154.48 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://websecurity.com.ua/3315/Exploit
- http://websecurity.com.ua/3386/Exploit
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/52998
- http://websecurity.com.ua/3315/Exploit
- http://websecurity.com.ua/3386/Exploit
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/52998
FAQ
What is CVE-2009-3011?
CVE-2009-3011 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 4.3 (MEDIUM). Google Chrome 1.0.154.48 and earlier, 2.0.172.28, 2.0.172.37, and 3.0.193.2 Beta does not properly block data: URIs in Refresh headers in HTTP responses, which allows remote attackers to conduct cross...
How severe is CVE-2009-3011?
CVE-2009-3011 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-2009-3011?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Google Chrome.