CVE-2022-22750
First published: Tue Jan 11 2022(Updated: )
By generally accepting and passing resource handles across processes, a compromised content process might have confused higher privileged processes to interact with handles that the unprivileged process should not have access to.<br>*This bug only affects Firefox for Windows and MacOS. Other operating systems are unaffected.*. This vulnerability affects Firefox < 96.
Credit: security@mozilla.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Firefox | <96 | 96 |
| Firefox | <96.0 | |
| macOS | ||
| Microsoft Windows Operating System | ||
| All of | ||
| Firefox | <96.0 | |
| Any of | ||
| macOS | ||
| Microsoft Windows Operating System |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2022-22750?
CVE-2022-22750 has been classified as a high severity vulnerability.
How do I fix CVE-2022-22750?
To fix CVE-2022-22750, update Mozilla Firefox to version 96 or later.
What platforms are affected by CVE-2022-22750?
CVE-2022-22750 affects Firefox on Windows and MacOS platforms.
What risks does CVE-2022-22750 pose?
CVE-2022-22750 can allow a compromised content process to interact with privileged handles, potentially leading to unauthorized access or crashes.
Is CVE-2022-22750 patched in the latest Firefox version?
Yes, CVE-2022-22750 is patched in Firefox version 96.
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