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CVE-2023-0140: Inappropriate implementation in File System API

First published: Wed May 18 2022(Updated: )

Inappropriate implementation in in File System API in Google Chrome on Windows prior to 109.0.5414.74 allowed a remote attacker to bypass file system restrictions via a crafted HTML page. (Chromium security severity: Low)

Credit: harrison.mitchell cybercx.com.au chrome-cve-admin@google.com

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Google Chrome<109.0.5414.74
Microsoft Windows
Google Chrome<109.0.5414.74
109.0.5414.74
All of
<109.0.5414.74

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2023-0140?

    The severity of CVE-2023-0140 is classified as Low.

  • How do I fix CVE-2023-0140?

    To fix CVE-2023-0140, update Google Chrome to version 109.0.5414.74 or later.

  • Which versions of Google Chrome are affected by CVE-2023-0140?

    CVE-2023-0140 affects versions of Google Chrome prior to version 109.0.5414.74.

  • Can CVE-2023-0140 be exploited remotely?

    Yes, CVE-2023-0140 can be exploited remotely via a crafted HTML page.

  • What component of Google Chrome is affected by CVE-2023-0140?

    CVE-2023-0140 affects the File System API in Google Chrome.

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