CVE-2026-72984: CWE-843: Access of Resource Using Incompatible Type ('Type Confusion') in Microsoft Microsoft Edge (Chromium-based)
Description
CVE-2026-72984 is a high-severity type confusion vulnerability in Microsoft Edge (Chromium-based) that allows remote code execution by accessing resources using incompatible types. An official fix is available to address this issue.
CVSS v3.1
Score 8.8high
Affected software
Weaknesses
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Technical Analysis
CVE-2026-72984 is a vulnerability in Microsoft Edge (Chromium-based) involving CWE-843 (Access of Resource Using Incompatible Type, or type confusion). This flaw allows unauthorized attackers to execute code remotely by exploiting improper handling of resource types. The vulnerability has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 8.8, indicating high severity. Microsoft has released an official fix for this vulnerability.
Potential Impact
Successful exploitation of this vulnerability could allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected systems, potentially leading to full compromise of the affected Microsoft Edge browser environment. The vulnerability impacts confidentiality, integrity, and availability.
Mitigation Recommendations
An official fix is available from Microsoft for this vulnerability. Users and administrators should apply the provided patch promptly to remediate the issue. No additional mitigation steps are indicated beyond applying the official update.
Technical Details
- Gcve Source
- db.gcve.eu
- Osv Id
- GHSA-x8ph-4j9g-f92v
- Osv Schema Version
- 1.4.0
- Aliases
- ["CVE-2026-72984"]
- Database Specific Severity
- HIGH
- Cvss Version
- 3.1
- Remediation Level
- official-fix
- State
- PUBLISHED
Threat ID: 6a92f7efacd9273b49e789ac
Added to database: 08/29/2026, 15:17:03 UTC
Last enriched: 10/08/2026, 22:45:00 UTC
Last updated: 10/12/2026, 18:48:22 UTC
Views: 46
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