CVE-2022-1145: Use after free in Extensions
Use after free in Extensions in Google Chrome prior to 100.0.4896.60 allowed an attacker who convinced a user to install a malicious extension to potentially exploit heap corruption via specific user interaction and profile destruction.
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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 100.0.4896.60 - Upgrade
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debian/chromiumto a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 100.0.4896.60-1 - 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 - Upgrade
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Google Chrometo a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 100.0.4896.60
Event History
Peer vulnerabilities
Found alongside the following vulnerabilities.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2022-1145?
CVE-2022-1145 has a high severity rating due to its potential for heap corruption via malicious extensions.
How do I fix CVE-2022-1145?
To fix CVE-2022-1145, update Google Chrome to version 100.0.4896.60 or later.
What kind of attack is possible with CVE-2022-1145?
CVE-2022-1145 allows an attacker to potentially exploit a use-after-free vulnerability through malicious extensions.
Which versions of Chrome are affected by CVE-2022-1145?
CVE-2022-1145 affects all versions of Google Chrome prior to 100.0.4896.60.
Who is impacted by CVE-2022-1145?
Any user of Google Chrome who has installed a malicious extension is potentially impacted by CVE-2022-1145.