CVE-2026-11169: Inappropriate implementation in Google Chrome
A vulnerability in Google Chrome prior to version 149.0.7827.53 allows remote attackers to inject arbitrary scripts or HTML via crafted XML files, leading to a UXSS (Universal Cross-Site Scripting) condition. This issue stems from an inappropriate implementation in XML processing. The vulnerability has a high severity rating with a CVSS score of 8.1. No known exploits in the wild have been reported. A vendor advisory is available but does not explicitly confirm patch availability or remediation status.
AI Analysis
Technical Summary
CVE-2026-11169 is a high-severity vulnerability in Google Chrome's XML processing implementation prior to version 149.0.7827.53. It enables remote attackers to perform UXSS attacks by injecting arbitrary scripts or HTML through crafted XML files. The vulnerability is categorized under CWE-91 (Improper Neutralization of Output During Web Page Generation). Although a vendor advisory link is provided, it does not explicitly state whether a patch or fix has been released. The CVSS 3.1 vector indicates the attack requires no privileges and user interaction, with high impact on confidentiality and integrity but no impact on availability.
Potential Impact
Successful exploitation allows remote attackers to inject arbitrary scripts or HTML content in the context of the affected browser, potentially leading to unauthorized actions or data disclosure through UXSS. This compromises the confidentiality and integrity of user data within the browser session. There are no reported exploits in the wild at this time.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory at https://chromereleases.googleblog.com/2026/06/stable-channel-update-for-desktop.html for current remediation guidance. Users and administrators should monitor for official updates from Google Chrome and apply them promptly once available. Until a fix is confirmed, exercising caution when handling untrusted XML content in the browser is advised.
CVE-2026-11169: Inappropriate implementation in Google Chrome
Description
A vulnerability in Google Chrome prior to version 149.0.7827.53 allows remote attackers to inject arbitrary scripts or HTML via crafted XML files, leading to a UXSS (Universal Cross-Site Scripting) condition. This issue stems from an inappropriate implementation in XML processing. The vulnerability has a high severity rating with a CVSS score of 8.1. No known exploits in the wild have been reported. A vendor advisory is available but does not explicitly confirm patch availability or remediation status.
CVSS v3.1
Score 8.1high
Affected software
Weaknesses
AI-Powered Analysis
Machine-generated threat intelligence
Technical Analysis
CVE-2026-11169 is a high-severity vulnerability in Google Chrome's XML processing implementation prior to version 149.0.7827.53. It enables remote attackers to perform UXSS attacks by injecting arbitrary scripts or HTML through crafted XML files. The vulnerability is categorized under CWE-91 (Improper Neutralization of Output During Web Page Generation). Although a vendor advisory link is provided, it does not explicitly state whether a patch or fix has been released. The CVSS 3.1 vector indicates the attack requires no privileges and user interaction, with high impact on confidentiality and integrity but no impact on availability.
Potential Impact
Successful exploitation allows remote attackers to inject arbitrary scripts or HTML content in the context of the affected browser, potentially leading to unauthorized actions or data disclosure through UXSS. This compromises the confidentiality and integrity of user data within the browser session. There are no reported exploits in the wild at this time.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory at https://chromereleases.googleblog.com/2026/06/stable-channel-update-for-desktop.html for current remediation guidance. Users and administrators should monitor for official updates from Google Chrome and apply them promptly once available. Until a fix is confirmed, exercising caution when handling untrusted XML content in the browser is advised.
Technical Details
- Data Version
- 5.2
- Assigner Short Name
- Chrome
- Date Reserved
- 2026-06-04T17:10:36.579Z
- Cvss Version
- null
- State
- PUBLISHED
- Remediation Level
- null
- Vendor Advisory Urls
- [{"url":"https://chromereleases.googleblog.com/2026/06/stable-channel-update-for-desktop.html","vendor":"Google"}]
Threat ID: 6a220856e29bf47b50dbcb95
Added to database: 06/04/2026, 23:20:54 UTC
Last enriched: 06/12/2026, 10:35:25 UTC
Last updated: 07/31/2026, 19:22:57 UTC
Views: 37
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