Vulnerability Description
Google Chrome before 8.0.552.215 does not properly restrict privileged extensions, which allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (memory corruption) via a crafted extension.
CVSS Score
4.3
MEDIUM
AV:N/AC:M/Au:N/C:N/I:N/A:P
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Chrome | <= 8.0.552.214 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://code.google.com/p/chromium/issues/detail?id=62168
- http://googlechromereleases.blogspot.com/2010/12/stable-beta-channel-updates.htmVendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/42472
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3
- http://code.google.com/p/chromium/issues/detail?id=62168
- http://googlechromereleases.blogspot.com/2010/12/stable-beta-channel-updates.htmVendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/42472
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3
FAQ
What is CVE-2010-4491?
CVE-2010-4491 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 4.3 (MEDIUM). Google Chrome before 8.0.552.215 does not properly restrict privileged extensions, which allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (memory corruption) via a crafted extension.
How severe is CVE-2010-4491?
CVE-2010-4491 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-2010-4491?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Google Chrome.