CVE-2023-2941: Inappropriate implementation in Extensions API

Published Apr 4, 2023
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Updated

Chromium: CVE-2023-2941 Inappropriate implementation in Extensions API

Other sources

Inappropriate implementation in Extensions API in Google Chrome prior to 114.0.5735.90 allowed an attacker who convinced a user to install a malicious extension to spoof the contents of the UI via a crafted Chrome Extension. (Chromium security severity: Low)

This CVE was assigned by Chrome. Microsoft Edge (Chromium-based) ingests Chromium, which addresses this vulnerability. Please see Google Chrome Releases for more information.

Credit

Jasper Rebane

Affected Software

5 affected componentsFixes available
debian/chromium<=90.0.4430.212-1~deb10u1
116.0.5845.180-1~deb11u1120.0.6099.109-1~deb11u1119.0.6045.199-1~deb12u1120.0.6099.109-1~deb12u1120.0.6099.109-1
Microsoft Edge (Chromium-based)
Microsoft Edge<114.0.1823.37
Google Chrome<114.0.5735.90
114.0.5735.90
Google Chrome<114.0.5735.90

Event History

Apr 4, 2023
CVE Published
12:00 AM
May 30, 2023
CVE Published
via MITRE·09:31 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·09:31 PM
DescriptionWeakness

Parent advisories

This vulnerability appears in the following advisories.

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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2023-2941?

CVE-2023-2941 has been classified as a moderate vulnerability that could affect user privacy and security.

2

How do I fix CVE-2023-2941?

To fix CVE-2023-2941, update your Microsoft Edge (Chromium-based) or Google Chrome to the latest version, specifically 114.0.5735.90 or newer.

3

Which versions are affected by CVE-2023-2941?

CVE-2023-2941 affects Google Chrome versions prior to 114.0.5735.90 and Microsoft Edge Chromium versions prior to 114.0.1823.37.

4

Who is impacted by CVE-2023-2941?

Users of Google Chrome and Microsoft Edge running affected versions are at risk from CVE-2023-2941.

5

What kind of vulnerability is CVE-2023-2941?

CVE-2023-2941 is classified as an inappropriate implementation vulnerability that may lead to security issues.

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