CVE-2026-17874: Inappropriate implementation in Google Chrome
CVE-2026-17874 is a medium severity vulnerability in Google Chrome for iOS prior to version 151.0.7922.72. It involves an inappropriate implementation that allows a remote attacker to perform UI spoofing via a crafted HTML page. This could potentially mislead users by displaying deceptive user interface elements. The vulnerability has a CVSS score of 5.4, indicating a moderate impact. There are no known exploits in the wild at this time. The vendor advisory does not explicitly confirm the availability of a patch or remediation status.
AI Analysis
Technical Summary
CVE-2026-17874 describes a UI spoofing vulnerability in Google Chrome on iOS versions before 151.0.7922.72. The flaw arises from an inappropriate implementation that enables a remote attacker to craft HTML content that can spoof the browser's user interface. This could be used to deceive users into interacting with malicious content under the guise of legitimate UI elements. The vulnerability is classified under CWE-451 (Incorrect Expression of User Interface Element). The CVSS 3.1 base score is 5.4, reflecting network attack vector, low attack complexity, no privileges required, user interaction required, unchanged scope, low confidentiality impact, no integrity impact, and low availability impact. The vendor advisory linked does not explicitly state patch availability or remediation level.
Potential Impact
The vulnerability allows remote attackers to perform UI spoofing on affected versions of Chrome for iOS, potentially misleading users by displaying fake or deceptive user interface elements. This could lead to user confusion or trick users into performing unintended actions. The impact on confidentiality is low, with no integrity impact and low availability impact. No known exploits are reported in the wild.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Users and administrators should monitor the official Google Chrome release notes and security advisories for updates regarding a fix. Until a patch is confirmed, exercising caution when browsing untrusted content on affected versions is advisable.
CVE-2026-17874: Inappropriate implementation in Google Chrome
Description
CVE-2026-17874 is a medium severity vulnerability in Google Chrome for iOS prior to version 151.0.7922.72. It involves an inappropriate implementation that allows a remote attacker to perform UI spoofing via a crafted HTML page. This could potentially mislead users by displaying deceptive user interface elements. The vulnerability has a CVSS score of 5.4, indicating a moderate impact. There are no known exploits in the wild at this time. The vendor advisory does not explicitly confirm the availability of a patch or remediation status.
CVSS v3.1
Score 5.4medium
Affected software
Chrome
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Weaknesses
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Technical Analysis
CVE-2026-17874 describes a UI spoofing vulnerability in Google Chrome on iOS versions before 151.0.7922.72. The flaw arises from an inappropriate implementation that enables a remote attacker to craft HTML content that can spoof the browser's user interface. This could be used to deceive users into interacting with malicious content under the guise of legitimate UI elements. The vulnerability is classified under CWE-451 (Incorrect Expression of User Interface Element). The CVSS 3.1 base score is 5.4, reflecting network attack vector, low attack complexity, no privileges required, user interaction required, unchanged scope, low confidentiality impact, no integrity impact, and low availability impact. The vendor advisory linked does not explicitly state patch availability or remediation level.
Potential Impact
The vulnerability allows remote attackers to perform UI spoofing on affected versions of Chrome for iOS, potentially misleading users by displaying fake or deceptive user interface elements. This could lead to user confusion or trick users into performing unintended actions. The impact on confidentiality is low, with no integrity impact and low availability impact. No known exploits are reported in the wild.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Users and administrators should monitor the official Google Chrome release notes and security advisories for updates regarding a fix. Until a patch is confirmed, exercising caution when browsing untrusted content on affected versions is advisable.
Technical Details
- Data Version
- 5.2
- Assigner Short Name
- Chrome
- Date Reserved
- 2026-07-27T23:35:09.409Z
- State
- PUBLISHED
- Vendor Advisory Urls
- [{"url":"https://chromereleases.googleblog.com/2026/07/stable-channel-update-for-desktop_0887107924.html","vendor":"Google"}]
Threat ID: 6a6aa09e9c2644c7f849b7ca
Added to database: 07/30/2026, 00:53:50 UTC
Last enriched: 08/06/2026, 17:14:37 UTC
Last updated: 09/12/2026, 22:01:31 UTC
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