Vulnerability Description
The installer in Google Chrome before 14.0.835.163 on Mac OS X does not properly handle lock files, which has unspecified impact and attack vectors.
CVSS Score
7.5
HIGH
AV:N/AC:L/Au:N/C:P/I:P/A:P
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Chrome | < 14.0.835.163 | |
| Apple | Mac Os X | All versions |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://code.google.com/p/chromium/issues/detail?id=80680
- http://googlechromereleases.blogspot.com/2011/09/stable-channel-update_16.html
- http://osvdb.org/75542
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/69869
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3
- http://code.google.com/p/chromium/issues/detail?id=80680
- http://googlechromereleases.blogspot.com/2011/09/stable-channel-update_16.html
- http://osvdb.org/75542
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/69869
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3
FAQ
What is CVE-2011-2842?
CVE-2011-2842 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.5 (HIGH). The installer in Google Chrome before 14.0.835.163 on Mac OS X does not properly handle lock files, which has unspecified impact and attack vectors.
How severe is CVE-2011-2842?
CVE-2011-2842 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-2011-2842?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Google Chrome, Apple Mac Os X.