CVE-2022-0805: Use after free in Browser Switcher

Published Jan 25, 2022
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Updated

Use after free in Browser Switcher in Google Chrome prior to 99.0.4844.51 allowed a remote attacker who convinced a user to engage in specific user interaction to potentially exploit heap corruption via user interaction.

Credit

raven at KunLun Lab

Affected Software

5 affected componentsFixes available
Google Chrome<99.0.4844.51
99.0.4844.51
Google Chrome<99.0.4844.51
Apple macOS
Linux Linux kernel
Microsoft Windows

Event History

Jan 25, 2022
CVE Published
12:00 AM
Apr 5, 2022
CVE Published
via MITRE·12:25 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·12:25 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-2022-0805?

CVE-2022-0805 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential for heap corruption and possible exploitation.

2

How do I fix CVE-2022-0805?

To remediate CVE-2022-0805, upgrade Google Chrome to version 99.0.4844.51 or later.

3

Who is affected by CVE-2022-0805?

CVE-2022-0805 affects users of Google Chrome versions prior to 99.0.4844.51.

4

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2022-0805?

CVE-2022-0805 is a use-after-free vulnerability found in the Browser Switcher feature of Google Chrome.

5

Can CVE-2022-0805 be exploited remotely?

Yes, CVE-2022-0805 can potentially be exploited remotely if a user engages in specific interactions.

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