CVE-2022-3656: Insufficient data validation in File System

Published Jul 18, 2022
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Updated

Insufficient data validation in File System in Google Chrome prior to 107.0.5304.62 allowed a remote attacker to bypass file system restrictions via a crafted HTML page. (Chromium security severity: Medium)

Credit

Ron Masas, Imperva

Affected Software

2 affected componentsFixes available
Google Chrome<107.0.5304.62
107.0.5304.62
Google Chrome<107.0.5304.62

Event History

Jul 18, 2022
CVE Published
12:00 AM
Nov 1, 2022
CVE Published
via MITRE·12:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·12:00 AM
DescriptionWeakness

Parent advisories

This vulnerability appears in the following advisories.

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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2022-3656?

The severity of CVE-2022-3656 is classified as Medium.

2

How do I fix CVE-2022-3656?

To fix CVE-2022-3656, upgrade Google Chrome to version 107.0.5304.62 or later.

3

What does CVE-2022-3656 affect?

CVE-2022-3656 affects Google Chrome versions prior to 107.0.5304.62.

4

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2022-3656?

CVE-2022-3656 is an insufficient data validation vulnerability in the File System of Google Chrome.

5

Can CVE-2022-3656 be exploited remotely?

Yes, CVE-2022-3656 can be exploited remotely via a crafted HTML page.

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