CVE-2022-0977: Use after free in Browser UI
First published: Sun Feb 20 2022(Updated: )
Use after free in Browser UI in Google Chrome on Chrome OS prior to 99.0.4844.74 allowed a remote attacker who convinced a user to engage in specific user interaction to potentially exploit heap corruption via a crafted HTML page.
Credit: chrome-cve-admin@google.com Khalil Zhani
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Google Chrome (Trace Event) | <99.0.4844.74 | 99.0.4844.74 |
| Google Chrome (Trace Event) | <99.0.4844.74 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2022-0977?
CVE-2022-0977 has a high severity rating due to its potential for exploitation via user interaction.
How do I fix CVE-2022-0977?
To address CVE-2022-0977, update Google Chrome to version 99.0.4844.74 or later.
What kind of vulnerability is CVE-2022-0977?
CVE-2022-0977 is a use after free vulnerability affecting the Browser UI in Google Chrome.
Who is affected by CVE-2022-0977?
Users of Google Chrome on Chrome OS prior to version 99.0.4844.74 are affected by CVE-2022-0977.
What can attackers do with CVE-2022-0977?
Attackers can potentially exploit CVE-2022-0977 to cause heap corruption through a specially crafted HTML page.
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