CVE-2026-106304: Out of bounds read in Google Chrome
Description
CVE-2026-106304 is an out-of-bounds read vulnerability in the ANGLE component of Google Chrome prior to version 155.0.8059.39. This flaw allows a remote attacker to read memory outside the sandbox by using a crafted HTML page. The vulnerability has been assigned a medium severity by the Chromium security team. A stable channel update addressing this issue has been released by Google.
Affected software
Chrome
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Technical Analysis
This vulnerability involves an out-of-bounds read in the ANGLE graphics engine used by Google Chrome. Versions of Chrome before 155.0.8059.39 are affected. Exploitation requires a remote attacker to deliver a specially crafted HTML page that triggers the out-of-bounds read, allowing memory outside the sandbox to be read. The issue is mitigated in Chrome version 155.0.8059.39 and later.
Potential Impact
An attacker can remotely read memory outside the sandbox environment, which could potentially expose sensitive information. The vulnerability does not allow code execution or sandbox escape but can lead to information disclosure. The Chromium security team rates this vulnerability as medium severity.
Mitigation Recommendations
Users should update Google Chrome to version 155.0.8059.39 or later, where this vulnerability is fixed. The vendor advisory confirms that a stable channel update addressing this issue has been released. No additional mitigation steps are required beyond applying the official update.
Technical Details
- Data Version
- 5.2
- Assigner Short Name
- Chrome
- Date Reserved
- 2026-10-06T16:34:42.853Z
- State
- PUBLISHED
- Vendor Advisory Urls
- [{"url":"https://chromereleases.googleblog.com/2026/10/stable-channel-update-for-desktop_086471744.html","vendor":"Google"}]
Threat ID: 6ac5464b2cdf04f656d49dc4
Added to database: 10/06/2026, 19:04:43 UTC
Last enriched: 10/06/2026, 21:34:13 UTC
Last updated: 10/06/2026, 21:34:13 UTC
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