CVE-2022-4186: Insufficient validation of untrusted input in Downloads
First published: Fri Oct 21 2022(Updated: )
Insufficient validation of untrusted input in Downloads in Google Chrome prior to 108.0.5359.71 allowed an attacker who convinced a user to install a malicious extension to bypass Downloads restrictions via a crafted HTML page. (Chromium security severity: Medium)
Credit: Luan Herrera @lbherrera_ 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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Peer vulnerabilities
(Found alongside the following vulnerabilities)
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2022-4186?
CVE-2022-4186 has a medium severity rating due to insufficient validation of untrusted input.
How do I fix CVE-2022-4186?
To address CVE-2022-4186, update your Google Chrome to version 108.0.5359.71 or later.
What causes CVE-2022-4186?
CVE-2022-4186 is caused by insufficient validation of untrusted input in the Downloads feature of Google Chrome.
Who is affected by CVE-2022-4186?
Users of Google Chrome versions prior to 108.0.5359.71 are affected by CVE-2022-4186.
What types of attacks can exploit CVE-2022-4186?
CVE-2022-4186 can be exploited by attackers convincing users to install malicious extensions via crafted HTML pages.
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