CVE-2026-106401: Out of bounds write in Google Chrome
Description
Out of bounds write in Media in Google Chrome prior to 155.0.8059.39 allowed a remote attacker to potentially execute arbitrary code outside the sandbox via a crafted HTML page. (Chromium security severity: Medium)
CVSS v3.1
Score 9.6critical
Affected software
Chrome
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Technical Analysis
CVE-2026-106401 is an out of bounds write vulnerability in the Media component of Google Chrome. It affects versions before 155.0.8059.39 and allows remote attackers to potentially execute arbitrary code outside the sandbox via a crafted HTML page. The vulnerability was assigned a medium severity level by the Chromium security team. The issue is addressed in Chrome version 155.0.8059.39.
Potential Impact
Successful exploitation could allow remote code execution outside the sandbox, potentially compromising the security boundaries of the browser. However, the severity is rated medium, indicating a moderate level of risk.
Mitigation Recommendations
Users should update Google Chrome to version 155.0.8059.39 or later to remediate this vulnerability. The vendor advisory confirms that this update addresses the issue.
Technical Details
- Data Version
- 5.2
- Assigner Short Name
- Chrome
- Date Reserved
- 2026-10-06T16:38:08.685Z
- State
- PUBLISHED
- Vendor Advisory Urls
- [{"url":"https://chromereleases.googleblog.com/2026/10/stable-channel-update-for-desktop_086471744.html","vendor":"Google"}]
Threat ID: 6ac546602cdf04f656d4a09e
Added to database: 10/06/2026, 19:05:04 UTC
Last enriched: 10/06/2026, 19:34:13 UTC
Last updated: 10/06/2026, 22:28:17 UTC
Views: 3
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