WebKit Image Decoder Memory Allocation Vulnerability in Google Chrome
CVE-2010-0659

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Key Information:

Vendor: Apple
Status: Webkit; Chrome
Vendor: CVE Published:; 18 February 2010

What is CVE-2010-0659?

A security flaw exists in the image decoder of WebKit, utilized by Google Chrome prior to version 4.0.249.78. This vulnerability arises from improper handling of memory allocation failures, allowing remote attackers to manipulate the browser's sandbox environment. By crafting a malformed GIF file that specifies an excessively large size, attackers can execute arbitrary code, potentially compromising user systems. This issue is critical for users of outdated versions of Chrome and requires prompt attention to mitigate risks.