CVE-2011-3095

The OGG container in Google Chrome before 19.0.1084.46 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service or possibly have unspecified other impact via…

published May 16, 2012

CVSS
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EPSS
2%
Percentile
82.0
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚠️ An unsolved puzzle in the OGG container of Google Chrome could lead to a denial of service. Imagine if a guest at a dinner party accidentally spilled their drink, causing chaos, and nobody knew how it happened! 🍷 Think of the OGG container like a dinner party where one guest's clumsy behavior can knock over the entire table. The unknown vectors that trigger this out-of-bounds write are like a hidden trip hazard lurking just beneath the surface, waiting to trip someone up when they least expect it. If exploited, this vulnerability could cause your browser to crash unexpectedly, leaving you in the lurch with lost tabs and disrupted workflows. While it doesn't have known exploits, the potential for denial of service means it’s still a headache waiting to happen!

Put simply

Think of the OGG container like a dinner party where one guest's clumsy behavior can knock over the entire table. The unknown vectors that trigger this out-of-bounds write are like a hidden trip hazard lurking just beneath the surface, waiting to trip someone up when they least expect it. The vulnerability arises from an out-of-bounds write in the OGG container handling within Google Chrome versions prior to 19.0.1084.46, which could lead to unpredictable behavior, including browser crashes.

What to do

If exploited, this vulnerability could cause your browser to crash unexpectedly, leaving you in the lurch with lost tabs and disrupted workflows. While it doesn't have known exploits, the potential for denial of service means it’s still a headache waiting to happen! Make sure your Google Chrome is updated to version 19.0.1084.46 or later to mitigate this risk. Regularly check for updates to stay protected against vulnerabilities like this. 🛡️ You've got this! Stay proactive and keep your browser updated to fend off potential headaches! 🚀

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.02157 · 82.0th percentile
Published
2012-05-16T00:00Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 16 MAY 00:00Z
    The OGG container in Google Chrome before 19.0.1084.46 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service or possibly have unspecified other impact via…
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