CVE-2022-0311: Heap buffer overflow in Task Manager
Heap buffer overflow in Task Manager in Google Chrome prior to 97.0.4692.99 allowed a remote attacker who convinced a user to engage in specific user interaction to potentially exploit heap corruption via a crafted HTML page.
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Affected Software
Remediation
Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.
- Upgrade
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Google Chrome (Trace Event)to a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 97.0.4692.99 - Upgrade
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debian/chromiumto a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 97.0.4692.99-1 - Upgrade
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debian/chromiumto a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 150.0.7871.100-1~deb12u1Fixed in 156.0.8078.79-1~deb12u1Fixed in 150.0.7871.181-1~deb13u1Fixed in 156.0.8078.79-1~deb13u1Fixed in 156.0.8078.79-1
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Peer vulnerabilities
Found alongside the following vulnerabilities.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2022-0311?
CVE-2022-0311 has a high severity rating due to the potential for remote exploitation via heap corruption.
How do I fix CVE-2022-0311?
To fix CVE-2022-0311, update Google Chrome to version 97.0.4692.99 or later.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2022-0311?
CVE-2022-0311 is classified as a heap buffer overflow vulnerability.
Who is affected by CVE-2022-0311?
Users of Google Chrome versions prior to 97.0.4692.99 are affected by CVE-2022-0311.
What can an attacker achieve with CVE-2022-0311?
An attacker can potentially exploit CVE-2022-0311 to execute arbitrary code via a crafted HTML page.