CVE-2022-3046: Use after free in Browser Tag
Use after free in Browser Tag in Google Chrome prior to 105.0.5195.52 allowed an attacker who convinced a user to install a malicious extension to potentially exploit heap corruption via a crafted HTML page.
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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 105.0.5195.52 - Upgrade
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debian/chromiumto a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 105.0.5195.52-1 - 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 105.0.5195.52
Event History
Peer vulnerabilities
Found alongside the following vulnerabilities.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2022-3046?
CVE-2022-3046 has a high severity rating due to its potential to exploit heap corruption through a malicious browser extension.
How do I fix CVE-2022-3046?
To fix CVE-2022-3046, update Google Chrome to version 105.0.5195.52 or later.
Who is affected by CVE-2022-3046?
Users of Google Chrome prior to version 105.0.5195.52 and Fedora 37 are affected by CVE-2022-3046.
Is there a workaround for CVE-2022-3046?
There are no recommended workarounds for CVE-2022-3046; the best course of action is to apply the software update.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2022-3046?
CVE-2022-3046 is classified as a use-after-free vulnerability in the Browser Tag component of Google Chrome.