Vulnerability Description
The PDF implementation in Google Chrome before 13.0.782.215 on Linux does not properly use the memset library function, which allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service or possibly have unspecified other impact via unknown vectors.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Chrome | < 13.0.782.215 | |
| Linux | Linux Kernel | - |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://code.google.com/p/chromium/issues/detail?id=91665
- http://googlechromereleases.blogspot.com/2011/08/stable-channel-update_22.html
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3
- http://code.google.com/p/chromium/issues/detail?id=91665
- http://googlechromereleases.blogspot.com/2011/08/stable-channel-update_22.html
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3
FAQ
What is CVE-2011-2839?
CVE-2011-2839 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.5 (HIGH). The PDF implementation in Google Chrome before 13.0.782.215 on Linux does not properly use the memset library function, which allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service or possibly have unsp...
How severe is CVE-2011-2839?
CVE-2011-2839 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.5/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2011-2839?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Google Chrome, Linux Linux Kernel.