CVE-2022-1497 in Chrome
Summary
by MITRE • 07/27/2022
Inappropriate implementation in Input in Google Chrome prior to 101.0.4951.41 allowed a remote attacker to spoof the contents of cross-origin websites via a crafted HTML page.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 07/27/2022
This vulnerability represents a critical input validation flaw that existed in google chrome versions prior to 101.0.4951.41, specifically affecting the browser's handling of cross-origin content. The issue stems from inadequate sanitization and validation of input data within the browser's rendering engine, allowing malicious actors to manipulate how content appears when displayed across different origins. The flaw enables attackers to craft specially designed html pages that can deceive users into believing they are viewing legitimate content from trusted websites while actually displaying falsified information. This type of vulnerability falls under the category of cross-site scripting attacks and specifically relates to content spoofing techniques that exploit browser security boundaries.
The technical implementation error occurs at the level where chrome processes and renders cross-origin resources, failing to properly validate or sanitize input parameters that control how content is displayed. When users navigate to compromised websites, the malicious html code can manipulate the browser's rendering pipeline to present misleading information while maintaining the appearance of legitimate web pages. The vulnerability essentially bypasses the same-origin policy mechanisms that normally protect against such cross-origin content manipulation attacks. This flaw allows attackers to create convincing fake interfaces that could deceive users into providing sensitive information or performing unauthorized actions.
The operational impact of this vulnerability is significant as it enables sophisticated social engineering attacks where users might be tricked into believing they are interacting with legitimate websites. Attackers can exploit this weakness to create convincing phishing pages, manipulate user interface elements, or present false information about website content. The remote nature of the attack means that victims only need to visit a malicious webpage for the spoofing to occur, making it particularly dangerous in environments where users might encounter untrusted content. This vulnerability directly impacts user trust in web browsing and could enable various forms of fraud or data exfiltration.
Mitigation strategies should focus on immediate patching of affected chrome versions to ensure users are running the latest secure build that addresses the input validation issues. Organizations should implement comprehensive browser security policies including regular updates, web filtering solutions, and user education programs about recognizing suspicious website behavior. The vulnerability aligns with common weakness enumerations such as cwe-79 cross-site scripting and may be categorized under attack techniques related to credential access and user interface spoofing in the mitre att&ck framework. Security teams should monitor for any indicators of compromise related to this vulnerability and consider implementing additional layers of defense including content security policies and browser hardening measures to reduce the attack surface.