Vulnerability identifier: #VU79629

Vulnerability risk: Medium

CVSSv3.1: 4.7 [CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:L/I:L/A:N/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]

CVE-ID: CVE-2022-4918

CWE-ID: CWE-416

Exploitation vector: Network

Exploit availability: No

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

Vendor:

Description

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to bypass implemented security restrictions

The vulnerability exists due to a use-after-free error within the UI component in Google Chrome. A remote attacker can create a specially crafted web page, trick the victim into visiting it, trigger use-after-free error and bypass implemented security restrictions.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

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External links
http://chromereleases.googleblog.com/2022/05/stable-channel-update-for-desktop_24.html
http://crbug.com/1315102

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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.