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CVE-2026-17948

HIGH · CVSS 7.5 EPSS 0.19%

Source: NVD + CISA KEV + EPSS · Published 2026-07-30 · Last synced 2026-08-29

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A type confusion vulnerability in the V8 engine of Google Chrome prior to version 151.0.7922.72 allows attackers to execute arbitrary code within a sandboxed environment by tricking users into installing malicious extensions. This high-severity flaw poses a significant risk to users who may inadvertently compromise their systems through untrusted extensions. Organizations and individuals using affected versions of Chrome should prioritize updating to the latest version to mitigate potential exploitation.

CVE
CVE-2026-17948
Severity
HIGH
CVSS
7.5
EPSS
0.19%
Chrome

Original NVD Description

Type Confusion in V8 in Google Chrome prior to 151.0.7922.72 allowed an attacker who convinced a user to install a malicious extension to execute arbitrary code inside a sandbox via a crafted Chrome Extension. (Chromium security severity: Low)

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