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HIGH · 7.2

CVE-2011-2169

Google Chrome OS before R12 0.12.433.38 Beta allows local users to gain privileges by creating a /var/lib/chromeos-aliases.conf file and placing commands in it.

Vulnerability Description

Google Chrome OS before R12 0.12.433.38 Beta allows local users to gain privileges by creating a /var/lib/chromeos-aliases.conf file and placing commands in it.

CVSS Score

7.2

HIGH

AV:L/AC:L/Au:N/C:C/I:C/A:C
Confidentiality
COMPLETE
Integrity
COMPLETE
Availability
COMPLETE

Affected Products

VendorProductVersions
GoogleChrome Os<= 0.12.433.35

Related Weaknesses (CWE)

CWE-264

References

FAQ

What is CVE-2011-2169?

CVE-2011-2169 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.2 (HIGH). Google Chrome OS before R12 0.12.433.38 Beta allows local users to gain privileges by creating a /var/lib/chromeos-aliases.conf file and placing commands in it.

How severe is CVE-2011-2169?

CVE-2011-2169 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.2/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.

Is there a patch for CVE-2011-2169?

Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Google Chrome Os.