CVE-2011-3101

Google Chrome before 19.0.1084.46 on Linux does not properly mitigate an unspecified flaw in an NVIDIA driver, which has unknown impact and attack vectors

published May 16, 2012

CVSS
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EPSS
2%
Percentile
78.3
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚠️ There's a sneaky flaw hiding in Google Chrome on Linux that involves an NVIDIA driver – and we don't even know the extent of the damage it could cause! Think of it like a mysterious crack in the foundation of an office building. It's not immediately visible, but over time, it could lead to significant structural issues and expose sensitive data within. While the impact of this vulnerability remains unknown, it's certainly concerning. An attacker could potentially exploit this flaw in unforeseen ways, leading to data exposure or system instability, which can be absolutely devastating for users.

Put simply

Think of it like a mysterious crack in the foundation of an office building. It's not immediately visible, but over time, it could lead to significant structural issues and expose sensitive data within. This vulnerability in Google Chrome before version 19.0.1084.46 on Linux stems from an unspecified flaw in the NVIDIA driver, which fails to properly mitigate certain risks associated with its operation.

What to do

While the impact of this vulnerability remains unknown, it's certainly concerning. An attacker could potentially exploit this flaw in unforeseen ways, leading to data exposure or system instability, which can be absolutely devastating for users. To protect against this vulnerability, update Google Chrome to version 19.0.1084.46 or later. Ensure that your NVIDIA drivers are also up to date to mitigate potential risks from this flaw. You've got this! Stay vigilant, keep your software updated, and you'll stay ahead of the game! 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.01808 · 78.3th percentile
Published
2012-05-16T00:00Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 16 MAY 00:00Z
    Google Chrome before 19.0.1084.46 on Linux does not properly mitigate an unspecified flaw in an NVIDIA driver, which has unknown impact and attack vectors
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