CVE-2026-106246: Incorrect authorization in Google Chrome
Description
A vulnerability in Google Chrome prior to version 155.0.8059.39 allows a remote attacker to spoof the address bar by using a crafted HTML page. This incorrect authorization issue could mislead users about the actual URL they are visiting. The vulnerability has been assigned a medium severity by Chromium security. A fix is available in version 155.0.8059.39.
Affected software
Chrome
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Technical Analysis
CVE-2026-106246 is an incorrect authorization vulnerability in Google Chrome's browser component that allows remote attackers to spoof the address bar via a crafted HTML page. This flaw affects versions prior to 155.0.8059.39 and was addressed by Google in the stable channel update. The vulnerability could enable attackers to deceive users about the legitimacy of the website they are viewing by manipulating the address bar display.
Potential Impact
The vulnerability enables remote attackers to spoof the browser's address bar, potentially misleading users into believing they are visiting a legitimate site when they are not. This could facilitate phishing or other social engineering attacks. However, the severity is rated medium, indicating that while impactful, it may not directly lead to code execution or complete system compromise.
Mitigation Recommendations
Users should update Google Chrome to version 155.0.8059.39 or later, where this vulnerability has been fixed. The vendor advisory confirms the availability of an official fix. No additional mitigations are specified.
Technical Details
- Data Version
- 5.2
- Assigner Short Name
- Chrome
- Date Reserved
- 2026-10-06T16:33:22.557Z
- State
- PUBLISHED
- Vendor Advisory Urls
- [{"url":"https://chromereleases.googleblog.com/2026/10/stable-channel-update-for-desktop_086471744.html","vendor":"Google"}]
Threat ID: 6ac5463f2cdf04f656d49d63
Added to database: 10/06/2026, 19:04:31 UTC
Last enriched: 10/06/2026, 22:18:41 UTC
Last updated: 10/07/2026, 02:28:25 UTC
Views: 5
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