CVE Catalog

CVE-2015-3335

High
Published: Translated: NVD NIST

Summary

The NaClSandbox::InitializeLayerTwoSandbox function in Google Chrome before version 42.0.2311.90 lacks RLIMIT_AS and RLIMIT_DATA limits for Native Client processes, which may make it easier for remote attackers to conduct row-hammer attacks or have unspecified other impacts by leveraging the ability to run a crafted program in the NaCl sandbox.

Risk Assessment

The lack of appropriate limits may allow remote attackers to carry out attacks that could lead to unauthorized access or system destabilization.

Recommendation

It is recommended to update Google Chrome to the latest version to mitigate the risks associated with this vulnerability.

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Original NVD description (English source)

The NaClSandbox::InitializeLayerTwoSandbox function in components/nacl/loader/sandbox_linux/nacl_sandbox_linux.cc in Google Chrome before 42.0.2311.90 does not have RLIMIT_AS and RLIMIT_DATA limits for Native Client (aka NaCl) processes, which might make it easier for remote attackers to conduct row-hammer attacks or have unspecified other impact by leveraging the ability to run a crafted program in the NaCl sandbox.

Vulnerability data from NVD (NIST) · CISA KEV · EPSS