CVE-2022-0466: Inappropriate implementation in Extensions Platform

Published Aug 12, 2020
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Updated

Inappropriate implementation in Extensions Platform in Google Chrome prior to 98.0.4758.80 allowed an attacker who convinced a user to install a malicious extension to potentially perform a sandbox escape via a crafted HTML page.

Credit

David Erceg

Affected Software

2 affected componentsFixes available
Google Chrome<98.0.4758.80
98.0.4758.80
Google Chrome<98.0.4758.80

Remediation

Event History

Aug 12, 2020
CVE Published
12:00 AM
Apr 5, 2022
CVE Published
via MITRE·12:51 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·12:51 AM
DescriptionWeakness

Parent advisories

This vulnerability appears in the following advisories.

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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2022-0466?

CVE-2022-0466 has a high severity rating due to its potential for sandbox escape via malicious extensions.

2

How do I fix CVE-2022-0466?

To fix CVE-2022-0466, update Google Chrome to version 98.0.4758.80 or later.

3

What type of attack does CVE-2022-0466 enable?

CVE-2022-0466 enables attackers to perform a sandbox escape through a crafted HTML page when a malicious extension is installed.

4

Which versions of Google Chrome are affected by CVE-2022-0466?

CVE-2022-0466 affects Google Chrome versions prior to 98.0.4758.80.

5

Can CVE-2022-0466 be exploited remotely?

Yes, CVE-2022-0466 can be exploited remotely if a user unknowingly installs a malicious extension.

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