CVE-2012-5140: n/a vulnerability

CVE-2012-5140: Use-after-free vulnerability in Google Chrome before 23.0.1271.97 allows remote attackers to cause a denial...

Use-after-free vulnerability in Google Chrome before 23.0.1271.97 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service or possibly have unspecified other impact via vectors related to the URL loader.

UnknownCVSS not scoredNot KEV-listedUpdatedAug 6, 2024, 20:58 UTC (UTC+00:00)

Security readout for executives and security teams

CVE-2012-5140 is an old Google Chrome memory-safety bug in versions before 23.0.1271.97. A remote attacker could cause a browser crash and possibly other unspecified impact through URL loader behavior. Business urgency is mainly legacy exposure: current environments should not be affected unless obsolete Chrome builds or old Linux packages remain deployed. Exposure is most likely in unmanaged legacy endpoints, frozen virtual desktops, old Linux repositories, or embedded systems running Chrome before 23.0.1271.97. The provided affected-product metadata is incomplete, so scope should be confirmed by asset inventory rather than assumed. Low immediate priority for modern fleets, but important for legacy hygiene. Ask endpoint and vulnerability teams to confirm no obsolete Chrome builds remain, especially on unmanaged or unsupported systems. Mitigation focus: Upgrade affected Chrome installations to 23.0.1271.97 or later.; Prefer a currently supported Chrome release channel where feasible.; Apply relevant Linux distribution browser package updates..

Prepared: Jun 24, 2026, 12:04 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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Severity: Unknown
CVSS: Not scored
Known Exploited: No
Published: Dec 12, 2012, 11:00 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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oval:org.mitre.oval:def:15301CVE reference · vdb-entry, signature
https://code.google.com/p/chromium/issues/detail?id=159429CVE reference · x_refsource_CONFIRM

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