CVE-2022-4955: Inappropriate implementation in DevTools
First published: Tue Aug 02 2022(Updated: )
Inappropriate implementation in DevTools in Google Chrome prior to 108.0.5359.71 allowed an attacker who convinced a user to install a malicious extension to bypass file access restrictions via a crafted HTML page. (Chromium security severity: Medium)
Credit: chrome-cve-admin@google.com chrome-cve-admin@google.com Martin Bajanik Fingerprint[.]com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Google Chrome | <108.0.5359.71 | 108.0.5359.71 |
| Google Chrome | <108.0.5359.71 |
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(Found alongside the following vulnerabilities)
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2022-4955?
CVE-2022-4955 is a vulnerability in DevTools in Google Chrome that allowed an attacker to bypass file access restrictions via a crafted HTML page.
What is the severity of CVE-2022-4955?
The severity of CVE-2022-4955 is medium.
How does CVE-2022-4955 affect Google Chrome?
CVE-2022-4955 affects Google Chrome versions prior to 108.0.5359.71.
How can an attacker exploit CVE-2022-4955?
An attacker can exploit CVE-2022-4955 by convincing a user to install a malicious extension and visit a crafted HTML page.
How can I fix CVE-2022-4955?
To fix CVE-2022-4955, update Google Chrome to version 108.0.5359.71 or later.
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