CVE-2011-3919: Heap-based buffer overflow in libxml2, as used in Google Chrome before 16.0.912.75, allows remote attackers...

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CVE-2011-3919 is a heap-based buffer overflow in libxml2, cited in Google Chrome before 16.0.912.75. A remote attacker could crash affected software and may have other unspecified impact. The bundle does not provide CVSS, exact vectors, or confirmed exploitation. Exposure is most likely in legacy systems running outdated Chrome builds or vendor libxml2 packages from the 2012-2013 advisory period. Modern supported platforms are less likely exposed if fully patched, but embedded or unsupported systems need checking. Prioritize as a legacy exposure cleanup item, especially for unsupported endpoints, servers, and embedded systems. It is not supported as an active emergency by the provided sources, but unpatched memory corruption in XML parsing remains operationally relevant. Mitigation focus: Upgrade Chrome beyond 16.0.912.75 where legacy Chrome is relevant.; Apply vendor libxml2 security updates for affected operating systems.; Check Apple, Debian, Red Hat, SUSE, and Mandriva advisories for exact package guidance..

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Jun 27, 2026, 17:28 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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