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CVE-2011-3052: The WebGL implementation in Google Chrome before 17.0.963.83 does not properly handle CANVAS elements, whic...

The WebGL implementation in Google Chrome before 17.0.963.83 does not properly handle CANVAS elements, which allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (memory corruption) or possibly have unspecified other impact via unknown vectors.

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Plain-English summary

This is an old Google Chrome vulnerability in WebGL handling of CANVAS elements. A malicious web page could crash the browser through memory corruption, with the CVE allowing for unspecified additional impact. The fixed version named in the source is Chrome 17.0.963.83.

Executive priority

Treat this as a legacy hygiene issue unless old browsers remain in production. Prioritize remediation where kiosk systems, lab machines, or embedded workflows still run outdated Chrome/Chromium builds.

Technical view

Chrome before 17.0.963.83 improperly handled CANVAS elements in its WebGL implementation. The CVE describes remote attacker impact as denial of service via memory corruption, with possible unspecified other impact. The bundle does not provide CVSS, CWE, root-cause details, or exploit primitives.

Likely exposure

Exposure is most likely on legacy Chrome or Chromium-derived deployments older than 17.0.963.83, especially unmanaged endpoints or archived Linux packages. Modern supported browsers are unlikely to be exposed, but the provided affected-product metadata is incomplete.

Exploitation context

The bundle does not show CISA KEV listing or cited evidence of active exploitation. The attack surface is browser-based: a remote attacker would need a user or automated browser process to load hostile web content using WebGL/CANVAS behavior.

Researcher notes

The record is sparse: no CVSS, CWE, detailed affected CPEs, or public exploit evidence is included. The Chromium issue reference may contain implementation context, but the source bundle only supports a WebGL/CANVAS memory-corruption summary and fixed-version validation.

Mitigation direction

  • Upgrade Chrome or Chromium to 17.0.963.83 or later.
  • Check distribution advisories for patched Chromium packages.
  • Remove unsupported legacy browser builds from managed endpoints.
  • Consult vendor guidance if patch status cannot be confirmed.

Validation and detection

  • Inventory Chrome and Chromium versions across endpoints.
  • Flag any version earlier than 17.0.963.83.
  • Review Linux package status against openSUSE, Gentoo, and OVAL references.
  • Confirm browser update controls prevent legacy rollback.
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