CVE-2010-1229

The sandbox infrastructure in Google Chrome before 4.1.249.1036 does not properly use pointers, which has unspecified impact and attack vectors

published April 1, 2010

CVSS
—
EPSS
1%
Percentile
70.4
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚠️ A sneaky pointer mishap is lurking in the sandbox of Google Chrome versions before 4.1.249.1036! 🔍 Think of it like a construction site where the blueprints are a bit off, leading to potential chaos without proper oversight. If the workers don’t follow the plans closely, who knows what structural mishaps might occur! While the exact impact here is unspecified, an oversight in how pointers are used can lead to unexpected behavior or vulnerabilities that attackers might exploit. This could potentially wreak havoc on user data or browser performance, even if no known exploits exist just yet.

Put simply

Think of it like a construction site where the blueprints are a bit off, leading to potential chaos without proper oversight. If the workers don’t follow the plans closely, who knows what structural mishaps might occur! The vulnerability arises from improper pointer handling in the sandbox infrastructure of Chrome, which could allow for unauthorized access or manipulation of browser processes.

What to do

While the exact impact here is unspecified, an oversight in how pointers are used can lead to unexpected behavior or vulnerabilities that attackers might exploit. This could potentially wreak havoc on user data or browser performance, even if no known exploits exist just yet. Update Google Chrome to version 4.1.249.1036 or later to ensure the safeguard is in place. Regularly check for and apply updates to keep your browser secure from sneaky vulnerabilities! You're on the right track! Update your browser and stay ahead of potential issues—your browsing experience will thank you! 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.01310 · 70.4th percentile
Published
2010-04-01T22:00Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 01 APR 22:00Z
    The sandbox infrastructure in Google Chrome before 4.1.249.1036 does not properly use pointers, which has unspecified impact and attack vectors
    cvelistv5