CVE-2022-4440
HIGHCVSS 8.8/10EPSS 0.61%
Last modified
CVE-2022-4440 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 8.8/10 on the CVSS scale. Use after free in Profiles in Google Chrome prior to 108.0.5359.124 allowed a remote attacker to potentially exploit heap corruption via a crafted HTML page. (Chromium security severity: Medium). EPSS estimates a 0.61% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Use after free in Profiles in Google Chrome prior to 108.0.5359.124 allowed a remote attacker to potentially exploit heap corruption via a crafted HTML page. (Chromium security severity: Medium)
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Chrome | < 108.0.5359.124 |
References
- https://chromereleases.googleblog.com/2022/12/stable-channel-update-for-desktop_13.htmlRelease Notes, Vendor Advisory
- https://crbug.com/1382761Permissions Required, Vendor Advisory
- https://chromereleases.googleblog.com/2022/12/stable-channel-update-for-desktop_13.htmlRelease Notes, Vendor Advisory
- https://crbug.com/1382761Permissions Required, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2022-4440?
Use after free in Profiles in Google Chrome prior to 108.0.5359.124 allowed a remote attacker to potentially exploit heap corruption via a crafted HTML page. (Chromium security severity: Medium)
How severe is CVE-2022-4440?
CVE-2022-4440 has a CVSS score of 8.8/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.61% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2022-4440?
Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.
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