Vulnerability Description
The extension implementation in Google Chrome before 17.0.963.46 does not properly handle sandboxed origins, which might allow remote attackers to bypass the Same Origin Policy via a crafted extension.
CVSS Score
6.8
MEDIUM
AV:N/AC:M/Au:N/C:P/I:P/A:P
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Chrome | < 17.0.963.46 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://code.google.com/p/chromium/issues/detail?id=103630
- http://googlechromereleases.blogspot.com/2012/02/stable-channel-update.html
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3
- http://code.google.com/p/chromium/issues/detail?id=103630
- http://googlechromereleases.blogspot.com/2012/02/stable-channel-update.html
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3
FAQ
What is CVE-2011-3956?
CVE-2011-3956 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 6.8 (MEDIUM). The extension implementation in Google Chrome before 17.0.963.46 does not properly handle sandboxed origins, which might allow remote attackers to bypass the Same Origin Policy via a crafted extension...
How severe is CVE-2011-3956?
CVE-2011-3956 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 6.8/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2011-3956?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Google Chrome.