CVE-2022-1636: Use after free in Performance APIs
Use after free in Performance APIs in Google Chrome prior to 101.0.4951.64 allowed a remote attacker to potentially exploit heap corruption via a crafted HTML page.
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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 101.0.4951.64 - Upgrade
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alpine/chromiumto a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 101.0.4951.64-r0 - Upgrade
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debian/chromiumto a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 101.0.4951.64-1 - 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
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Peer vulnerabilities
Found alongside the following vulnerabilities.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2022-1636?
CVE-2022-1636 has a medium severity rating due to the potential for heap corruption that could be exploited by remote attackers.
How do I fix CVE-2022-1636?
To fix CVE-2022-1636, update Google Chrome to version 101.0.4951.64 or later.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2022-1636?
CVE-2022-1636 is a use-after-free vulnerability in the Performance APIs of Google Chrome.
What can an attacker do with CVE-2022-1636?
An attacker can exploit CVE-2022-1636 to potentially execute arbitrary code by leveraging heap corruption.
Which versions of Google Chrome are affected by CVE-2022-1636?
CVE-2022-1636 affects versions of Google Chrome prior to 101.0.4951.64.