How severe is CVE-2010-4574?

CVE-2010-4574 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.

Is CVE-2010-4574 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 2% (76th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2010-4574?

CVE-2010-4574 primarily affects Google Chrome. In total, 2 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.

How do I fix CVE-2010-4574?

Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.

When was CVE-2010-4574 published?

CVE-2010-4574 was published on 2010-12-22 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-2010-4574

CVE-2010-4574 is a high-severity vulnerability in Google Chrome with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low. The underlying weakness is classified as CWE-502.

Key facts

Severity: High (CVSS 2.0 base score 7.5)
EPSS exploit prediction: 2% (76th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Weakness: CWE-502
Affected product: Google Chrome
Published: 2010-12-22
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

The Pickle::Pickle function in base/pickle.cc in Google Chrome before 8.0.552.224 and Chrome OS before 8.0.552.343 on 64-bit Linux platforms does not properly perform pointer arithmetic, which allows remote attackers to bypass message deserialization validation, and cause a denial of service or possibly have unspecified other impact, via invalid pickle data.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2010-4574?: The Pickle::Pickle function in base/pickle.cc in Google Chrome before 8.0.552.224 and Chrome OS before 8.0.552.343 on 64-bit Linux platforms does not properly perform pointer arithmetic, which allows remote attackers to bypass message deserialization validation, and cause a denial of service or possibly have unspecified other impact, via invalid pickle data.
How severe is CVE-2010-4574?: CVE-2010-4574 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2010-4574 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 2% (76th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2010-4574?: CVE-2010-4574 primarily affects Google Chrome. In total, 2 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2010-4574?: Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.
When was CVE-2010-4574 published?: CVE-2010-4574 was published on 2010-12-22 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (2)

cpe:2.3:a:google:chrome:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:o:google:chrome_os:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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