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CVE-2026-79026

CRITICAL · CVSS 9.6 EPSS 0.43%

Source: NVD + CISA KEV + EPSS · Published 2026-08-25 · Last synced 2026-09-17

CyberRota Analysis

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A use-after-free vulnerability in Google Chrome extensions prior to version 152.0.7977.65 can be exploited by remote attackers through social engineering tactics, potentially allowing arbitrary code execution outside the browser's sandbox. Organizations using affected versions of Chrome should prioritize updates to mitigate the risk of exploitation through malicious extensions. Users and administrators should remain vigilant about the extensions they install and ensure they are running the latest version of the browser.

CVE
CVE-2026-79026
Severity
CRITICAL
CVSS
9.6
EPSS
0.43%
Chrome

Original NVD Description

Use after free in Extensions in Google Chrome prior to 152.0.7977.65 allowed a remote attacker leveraging social engineering to potentially execute arbitrary code outside the sandbox via a crafted Chrome extension. (Chromium security severity: High)

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