CVE-2022-4177: Use after free in Extensions
First published: Fri Oct 28 2022(Updated: )
Use after free in Extensions in Google Chrome prior to 108.0.5359.71 allowed an attacker who convinced a user to install an extension to potentially exploit heap corruption via a crafted Chrome Extension and UI interaction. (Chromium security severity: High)
Credit: Chaoyuan Peng @ret2happy chrome-cve-admin@google.com chrome-cve-admin@google.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Google Chrome | <108.0.5359.71 | |
| Google Chrome | <108.0.5359.71 | 108.0.5359.71 |
| <108.0.5359.71 |
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(Found alongside the following vulnerabilities)
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2022-4177?
The severity of CVE-2022-4177 is classified as high due to potential heap corruption exploits.
How do I fix CVE-2022-4177?
To fix CVE-2022-4177, update Google Chrome to version 108.0.5359.71 or later.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2022-4177?
CVE-2022-4177 is a use-after-free vulnerability affecting extensions in Google Chrome.
Who is affected by CVE-2022-4177?
Users of Google Chrome versions prior to 108.0.5359.71 are affected by CVE-2022-4177.
Can CVE-2022-4177 be exploited without user interaction?
No, CVE-2022-4177 requires user interaction to install a malicious Chrome extension for exploitation.
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