CVE-2012-2818

CVE-2012-2818 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-399.

Key facts

Description

Use-after-free vulnerability in Google Chrome before 20.0.1132.43 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service or possibly have unspecified other impact via vectors related to the layout of documents that use the Cascading Style Sheets (CSS) counters feature.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2012-2818?
Use-after-free vulnerability in Google Chrome before 20.0.1132.43 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service or possibly have unspecified other impact via vectors related to the layout of documents that use the Cascading Style Sheets (CSS) counters feature.
How severe is CVE-2012-2818?
CVE-2012-2818 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2012-2818 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 2% (74th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2012-2818?
CVE-2012-2818 primarily affects Google Chrome. In total, 43 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2012-2818?
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-2012-2818 published?
CVE-2012-2818 was published on 2012-06-27 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (43)

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