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AA-2009.0155 -- [Win] -- Google Chrome: Execute Arbitrary Code |
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Date: 26 June 2009 Original URL: http://www.auscert.org.au/render.html?cid=21&it=11220 Click here for PGP verifiable version -----BEGIN PGP SIGNED MESSAGE-----
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AA-2009.0155 AUSCERT Advisory
[Win]
Google Chrome: Execute Arbitrary Code
26 June 2009
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AusCERT Advisory Summary
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Product: Google Chrome
Operating System: Windows
Impact: Execute Arbitrary Code/Commands
Access: Remote/Unauthenticated
CVE Names: CVE-2009-2121
Member content until: Friday, July 24 2009
OVERVIEW:
A buffer overflow vulnerability has been reported in Google Chrome
web browser before version 2.0.172.33. [1]
IMPACT:
The vulnerability is in the HTTP response handling code in Google
Chrome. It could allow an attacker (via a malicious web server) to
crash the browser or possibly execute arbitrary code. [1]
MITIGATION:
Upgrade Google Chrome to version 2.0.172.33 (or later).
REFERENCES:
[1] Stable, Beta update: Security fix
http://googlechromereleases.blogspot.com/2009/06/stable-beta-update-security-fix.html
AusCERT has made every effort to ensure that the information contained
in this document is accurate. However, the decision to use the information
described is the responsibility of each user or organisation. The decision to
follow or act on information or advice contained in this security bulletin is
the responsibility of each user or organisation, and should be considered in
accordance with your organisation's site policies and procedures. AusCERT
takes no responsibility for consequences which may arise from following or
acting on information or advice contained in this security bulletin.
If you believe that your computer system has been compromised or attacked in
any way, we encourage you to let us know by completing the secure National IT
Incident Reporting Form at:
http://www.auscert.org.au/render.html?it=3192
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Australian Computer Emergency Response Team
The University of Queensland
Brisbane
Qld 4072
Internet Email: auscert@auscert.org.au
Facsimile: (07) 3365 7031
Telephone: (07) 3365 4417 (International: +61 7 3365 4417)
AusCERT personnel answer during Queensland business hours
which are GMT+10:00 (AEST).
On call after hours for member emergencies only.
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