Vulnerability identifier: #VU66568

Vulnerability risk: High

CVSSv3.1: 7.1 [CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:H/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]

CVE-ID: CVE-2022-2861

CWE-ID: CWE-358

Exploitation vector: Network

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
Google Chromium
Client/Desktop applications / Web browsers

Vendor: Google

Description

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to gain access to sensitive information.

The vulnerability exists due to incorrect implementation in Extensions API in Google Chrome. A remote attacker can create a specially crafted web page, trick the victim into visiting it and gain access to sensitive information.

Mitigation
Update to version 104.0.5112.101.

Vulnerable software versions

Google Chromium: 104.0.5112.0 - 104.0.5112.100

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External links
http://chromereleases.googleblog.com/2022/08/stable-channel-update-for-desktop_16.html
http://crbug.com/1346236
http://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2022-2861

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Q & A

Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?

Yes. This vulnerability can be exploited by a remote non-authenticated attacker via the Internet.

Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?

No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability.