CVE-2010-4035

Google Chrome before 7.0.517.41 does not properly perform autofill operations for forms, which allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service…

published October 21, 2010

CVSS
—
EPSS
2%
Percentile
81.8
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚠️ A sneaky HTML document can crash Chrome versions before 7.0.517.41 — that’s like a surprise monster hiding in the pantry, just waiting to spoil your dinner! Think of it like a restaurant where waiters forget to check orders correctly. If a customer requests a dish but the kitchen misreads the note, it could lead to a disastrous mix-up or even a complete kitchen shutdown! If an attacker crafts a malicious HTML document, it could cause Chrome to crash, leaving users frustrated and vulnerable to further attacks. While the impact is currently unspecified, the potential for headaches is clear!

Put simply

Think of it like a restaurant where waiters forget to check orders correctly. If a customer requests a dish but the kitchen misreads the note, it could lead to a disastrous mix-up or even a complete kitchen shutdown! This vulnerability arises from improper autofill operations in Google Chrome, allowing crafted HTML documents to exploit the browser, leading to a denial of service (application crash).

What to do

If an attacker crafts a malicious HTML document, it could cause Chrome to crash, leaving users frustrated and vulnerable to further attacks. While the impact is currently unspecified, the potential for headaches is clear! Update Chrome to version 7.0.517.41 or later to patch this issue and prevent potential crashes. Regularly check for updates to ensure you're running the most secure version of your browser. You've got this! Stay updated and keep your browsing experience smooth and secure! 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.02133 · 81.8th percentile
Published
2010-10-21T18:12Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 21 OCT 18:12Z
    Google Chrome before 7.0.517.41 does not properly perform autofill operations for forms, which allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service…
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