CVE-2026-17819: Inappropriate implementation in Google Chrome
Inappropriate implementation in WebAppInstalls in Google Chrome prior to 151.0.7922.72 allowed a remote attacker to perform UI spoofing via a crafted HTML page. (Chromium security severity: Medium)
AI Analysis
Technical Summary
This vulnerability (CVE-2026-17819) affects Google Chrome versions prior to 151.0.7922.72. It is caused by an inappropriate implementation in the WebAppInstalls feature, which enables a remote attacker to conduct UI spoofing attacks by crafting malicious HTML pages. The issue is classified under CWE-451 (Incorrect Expression of User Interface Element). The CVSS v3.1 base score is 6.5, reflecting a medium severity with network attack vector, low attack complexity, no privileges required, user interaction required, unchanged scope, no confidentiality impact, high integrity impact, and no availability impact. The vendor advisory URL is provided, but no explicit patch or remediation status is confirmed in the input data.
Potential Impact
The vulnerability allows remote attackers to perform UI spoofing, potentially misleading users by displaying deceptive interface elements. This can lead to integrity issues, such as tricking users into performing unintended actions. There is no impact on confidentiality or availability. No known active exploitation has been reported.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory at https://chromereleases.googleblog.com/2026/07/stable-channel-update-for-desktop_0887107924.html for current remediation guidance. Users and administrators should monitor official Google Chrome release notes and apply updates promptly once a fix is confirmed available.
CVE-2026-17819: Inappropriate implementation in Google Chrome
Description
Inappropriate implementation in WebAppInstalls in Google Chrome prior to 151.0.7922.72 allowed a remote attacker to perform UI spoofing via a crafted HTML page. (Chromium security severity: Medium)
CVSS v3.1
Score 6.5medium
Affected software
Chrome
Weaknesses
AI-Powered Analysis
Machine-generated threat intelligence
Technical Analysis
This vulnerability (CVE-2026-17819) affects Google Chrome versions prior to 151.0.7922.72. It is caused by an inappropriate implementation in the WebAppInstalls feature, which enables a remote attacker to conduct UI spoofing attacks by crafting malicious HTML pages. The issue is classified under CWE-451 (Incorrect Expression of User Interface Element). The CVSS v3.1 base score is 6.5, reflecting a medium severity with network attack vector, low attack complexity, no privileges required, user interaction required, unchanged scope, no confidentiality impact, high integrity impact, and no availability impact. The vendor advisory URL is provided, but no explicit patch or remediation status is confirmed in the input data.
Potential Impact
The vulnerability allows remote attackers to perform UI spoofing, potentially misleading users by displaying deceptive interface elements. This can lead to integrity issues, such as tricking users into performing unintended actions. There is no impact on confidentiality or availability. No known active exploitation has been reported.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory at https://chromereleases.googleblog.com/2026/07/stable-channel-update-for-desktop_0887107924.html for current remediation guidance. Users and administrators should monitor official Google Chrome release notes and apply updates promptly once a fix is confirmed available.
Technical Details
- Data Version
- 5.2
- Assigner Short Name
- Chrome
- Date Reserved
- 2026-07-27T23:34:57.004Z
- State
- PUBLISHED
- Vendor Advisory Urls
- [{"url":"https://chromereleases.googleblog.com/2026/07/stable-channel-update-for-desktop_0887107924.html","vendor":"Google"}]
Threat ID: 6a6aa0959c2644c7f849b57c
Added to database: 07/30/2026, 00:53:41 UTC
Last enriched: 08/06/2026, 16:41:15 UTC
Last updated: 09/12/2026, 22:01:31 UTC
Views: 40
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