CVE-2022-1096: Type Confusion in V8
First published: Wed Mar 23 2022(Updated: )
Google Chromium V8 Engine contains a type confusion vulnerability that allows a remote attacker to potentially exploit heap corruption via a crafted HTML page. This vulnerability could affect multiple web browsers that utilize Chromium, including, but not limited to, Google Chrome, Microsoft Edge, and Opera.
Credit: chrome-cve-admin@google.com anonymous chrome-cve-admin@google.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Google Chrome | <99.0.4844.84 | 99.0.4844.84 |
| Google Chrome | <99.0.4844.84 | |
| Google V8 |
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Reference Links
- https://chromereleases.googleblog.com/2022/03/stable-channel-update-for-desktop_25.html (Advisory)
- https://crbug.com/1309225
- https://security.gentoo.org/glsa/202208-25
- https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2022-1096
- https://kasperskycontenthub.com/threatpost-global/google-patches-c%E2%80%A6-day-of-the-year/180432/
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2022-1096?
The severity of CVE-2022-1096 is classified as high due to its potential to allow remote code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2022-1096?
To fix CVE-2022-1096, users should update their Google Chrome browser to version 99.0.4844.84 or later.
Which software is affected by CVE-2022-1096?
CVE-2022-1096 affects various versions of Google Chrome and the Chromium V8 Engine up to version 99.0.4844.84.
Can CVE-2022-1096 be exploited through web pages?
Yes, CVE-2022-1096 can be exploited by a remote attacker through a specially crafted HTML page.
Is CVE-2022-1096 related to heap corruption?
Yes, CVE-2022-1096 involves a type confusion vulnerability that can lead to heap corruption.
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