CVE-2022-3657: Use after free in Extensions
Use after free in Extensions in Google Chrome prior to 107.0.5304.62 allowed an attacker who convinced a user to install a malicious extension to potentially exploit heap corruption via a crafted Chrome Extension. (Chromium security severity: Medium)
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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 107.0.5304.62 - Upgrade
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debian/chromiumto a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 107.0.5304.68-1 - 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 107.0.5304.62
Event History
Peer vulnerabilities
Found alongside the following vulnerabilities.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2022-3657?
CVE-2022-3657 has a medium severity level as classified by Chromium security.
How do I fix CVE-2022-3657?
To fix CVE-2022-3657, update Google Chrome to version 107.0.5304.62 or later.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2022-3657?
CVE-2022-3657 is a use after free vulnerability found in the Extensions of Google Chrome.
Who is affected by CVE-2022-3657?
Users of Google Chrome versions prior to 107.0.5304.62 are affected by CVE-2022-3657.
What could an attacker do with CVE-2022-3657?
An attacker could potentially exploit heap corruption by convincing a user to install a malicious Chrome extension.