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Denial of Service in Google Chrome XSL implementation

IdentifiersCVE-2012-2825CWE-125

CVE-2012-2825 is a denial-of-service vulnerability in the XSL implementation in Google Chrome before 20.0.1132.43. The issue is described as an incorrect read operation, indicating an out-of-bounds or otherwise invalid read condition in Chrome's handling of XSL content. A remote attacker can trigger the flaw via unspecified vectors, causing the browser process to crash or become unstable. The provided context also states that this exploit was used against default Android browsers on versions 4.0 through 4.3 as part of exploit delivery chains.

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Successful exploitation allows a remote attacker to cause denial of service in the affected browser, typically by crashing the process through an incorrect read operation. Based on the provided information, the documented impact is service disruption rather than code execution.

Mitigation

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Until patching is possible, reduce exposure by avoiding untrusted or attacker-controlled websites and limiting use of vulnerable default Android browsers on affected Android 4.0-4.3 devices. Use updated alternative browsers where feasible and restrict access paths that allow users to be lured to malicious sites, such as SMS-based phishing links.

Remediation

Patch, then assume compromise.

Upgrade Google Chrome to version 20.0.1132.43 or later. In the Android context described, move affected devices off vulnerable browser builds by applying the latest available Android/browser updates, since default browsers on Android 4.0 through 4.3 were reported as affected in the exploit chain discussed.
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