CVE-2022-44708: Microsoft Edge (Chromium-based) Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability

Published Dec 5, 2022
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Updated

Microsoft Edge (Chromium-based) Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability.

Affected Software

5 affected componentsFixes available
Microsoft Edge (Chromium-based)
Microsoft Edge<108.0.1462.41
Microsoft Edge for iOS
Microsoft Edge Iphone Os<108.0.1462.42
Microsoft Edge Chromium<108.0.1462.41

Event History

Dec 5, 2022
CVE Published
via Microsoft·08:00 AM
Dec 13, 2022
CVE Published
via MITRE·12:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·12:00 AM
DescriptionSeverity

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2022-44708?

CVE-2022-44708 is rated as a high severity elevation of privilege vulnerability in Microsoft Edge (Chromium-based).

2

How do I fix CVE-2022-44708?

To mitigate CVE-2022-44708, users should update Microsoft Edge (Chromium-based) to the latest version available.

3

What versions of Microsoft Edge are affected by CVE-2022-44708?

CVE-2022-44708 affects Microsoft Edge for iOS and Microsoft Edge (Chromium-based) versions prior to 108.0.1462.42.

4

Can CVE-2022-44708 be exploited remotely?

Yes, CVE-2022-44708 can potentially be exploited remotely, allowing an attacker to gain elevated privileges.

5

What products are impacted by CVE-2022-44708?

CVE-2022-44708 impacts Microsoft Edge for iOS and the Chromium-based versions of Microsoft Edge.

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