CVE-2025-11460 is a use-after-free vulnerability identified in the Storage component of Google Chrome versions prior to 141.0.7390.65. The flaw occurs when Chrome processes specially crafted video files, leading to improper memory management where a previously freed memory object is accessed. This condition can be exploited by a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code within the context of the victim's browser process. The vulnerability does not require any privileges or prior authentication but does require user interaction, such as opening or previewing a malicious video file. The CVSS v3.1 base score is 8.8, reflecting high impact on confidentiality, integrity, and availability, with an attack vector of network, low attack complexity, no privileges required, and user interaction needed. The vulnerability is significant due to Chrome's dominant market share globally, including Europe, and the potential for attackers to compromise systems remotely. No public exploits have been reported yet, but the risk remains high given the nature of the flaw and the common use of video content on the web. The vulnerability was publicly disclosed on November 6, 2025, with no patch links provided in the data, indicating that organizations must verify patch availability from official Google sources. The flaw is categorized under use-after-free, a common and dangerous class of memory corruption bugs that often lead to remote code execution.

European organizations face considerable risk from CVE-2025-11460 due to the widespread use of Google Chrome as a primary web browser. Successful exploitation could allow attackers to execute arbitrary code remotely, potentially leading to full system compromise, data theft, or disruption of services. This is particularly critical for sectors handling sensitive data such as finance, healthcare, government, and critical infrastructure. The vulnerability's ability to impact confidentiality, integrity, and availability means attackers could exfiltrate sensitive information, alter data, or cause denial of service. The requirement for user interaction (opening a malicious video) means phishing or social engineering campaigns could be effective attack vectors. Given the high connectivity and digital reliance of European enterprises, this vulnerability could facilitate lateral movement within networks and persistent footholds if exploited. The absence of known exploits in the wild currently reduces immediate risk but does not eliminate the threat, especially as exploit development could follow disclosure. Organizations with remote or hybrid workforces using Chrome on various devices are particularly vulnerable.

1. Immediately verify and apply the official Google Chrome update to version 141.0.7390.65 or later as soon as it becomes available. 2. Implement network-level controls to block or scan video files from untrusted sources, especially in email attachments and web downloads. 3. Educate users about the risks of opening unsolicited or suspicious video files and encourage cautious behavior regarding unknown media content. 4. Employ endpoint protection solutions capable of detecting exploitation attempts related to use-after-free vulnerabilities. 5. Use browser security features such as sandboxing and site isolation to limit the impact of potential exploitation. 6. Monitor network and endpoint logs for unusual activity indicative of exploitation attempts, including anomalous process behavior or memory corruption alerts. 7. Restrict or disable automatic video playback in browsers where feasible to reduce the risk of inadvertent triggering of the vulnerability. 8. Maintain an up-to-date inventory of Chrome versions deployed across the organization to ensure timely patch management. 9. Coordinate with IT and security teams to prepare incident response plans specifically addressing browser-based remote code execution attacks.