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CVE-2022-4913: Inappropriate implementation in Extensions in Google Chrome prior to 105.0.5195.52 allowed a remote attacke...

Inappropriate implementation in Extensions in Google Chrome prior to 105.0.5195.52 allowed a remote attacker who had compromised the renderer process to spoof extension storage via a crafted HTML page. (Chromium security severity: High)

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Plain-English summary

This Chrome issue could let an attacker who already compromised the browser renderer misrepresent extension storage through a crafted HTML page. The known affected boundary is Google Chrome before 105.0.5195.52. It is serious, but the source does not show standalone exploitation or active attacks.

Executive priority

Treat this as a high-priority browser hygiene issue, especially for fleets with delayed Chrome updates. Business urgency is lower than a confirmed exploited zero-day, but browser-chain vulnerabilities should not remain unpatched.

Technical view

CVE-2022-4913 is an inappropriate implementation flaw in Chrome Extensions. The stated condition is a remote attacker with renderer-process compromise using crafted HTML to spoof extension storage. Chromium rated it High. The source bundle does not provide CVSS, CWE, exploit details, or deeper patch notes.

Likely exposure

Organizations with managed or unmanaged Google Chrome installations older than 105.0.5195.52 are the primary exposed population. Fedora Chromium package advisories are referenced, but the bundle does not include detailed affected package versions.

Exploitation context

No CISA KEV listing is present, and the provided sources do not state active exploitation. The described attack requires renderer compromise first, so this is most relevant as part of a browser exploit chain rather than a standalone initial compromise.

Researcher notes

The public description is narrow: extension storage spoofing after renderer compromise through crafted HTML. The referenced Chromium bug may have access limits, and the bundle lacks CVSS, CWE, proof-of-concept status, and root-cause detail. Avoid assuming broader extension compromise beyond the stated storage spoofing impact.

Mitigation direction

  • Update Google Chrome to 105.0.5195.52 or later.
  • Apply vendor-provided Chromium package updates where managed through Linux repositories.
  • Confirm browser auto-update policies are enabled and functioning.
  • Review Google and OS vendor advisories for any environment-specific guidance.

Validation and detection

  • Inventory Chrome versions across endpoints and flag versions older than 105.0.5195.52.
  • Check software management logs for successful Chrome or Chromium update deployment.
  • Verify vulnerable browser builds are not present on high-risk workstations.
  • Track exceptions where Chrome updates are delayed or manually controlled.
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Confidence
medium
Sources
6

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