CVE-2026-6358: Use after free in Google Chrome
Use after free in XR in Google Chrome on Android prior to 147.0.7727.101 allowed a remote attacker to perform an out of bounds memory read via a crafted HTML page. (Chromium security severity: Critical)
AI Analysis
Technical Summary
This vulnerability involves a use-after-free condition in the XR (Extended Reality) functionality of Google Chrome on Android platforms before version 147.0.7727.101. Exploitation requires a remote attacker to deliver a specially crafted HTML page that triggers an out-of-bounds memory read. The issue is recognized as critical by Chromium security but lacks detailed remediation information in the provided data. The vendor advisory link is available but does not specify patch or mitigation details in the input.
Potential Impact
Successful exploitation could allow a remote attacker to read memory out of bounds, potentially leading to information disclosure or application instability. The severity is considered critical by Chromium security standards. No evidence of active exploitation has been reported.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory at https://chromereleases.googleblog.com/2026/04/stable-channel-update-for-desktop_15.html for current remediation guidance. Users of affected Chrome versions on Android should monitor official Google Chrome release notes and update to the latest version once available to mitigate this vulnerability.
CVE-2026-6358: Use after free in Google Chrome
Description
Use after free in XR in Google Chrome on Android prior to 147.0.7727.101 allowed a remote attacker to perform an out of bounds memory read via a crafted HTML page. (Chromium security severity: Critical)
AI-Powered Analysis
Machine-generated threat intelligence
Technical Analysis
This vulnerability involves a use-after-free condition in the XR (Extended Reality) functionality of Google Chrome on Android platforms before version 147.0.7727.101. Exploitation requires a remote attacker to deliver a specially crafted HTML page that triggers an out-of-bounds memory read. The issue is recognized as critical by Chromium security but lacks detailed remediation information in the provided data. The vendor advisory link is available but does not specify patch or mitigation details in the input.
Potential Impact
Successful exploitation could allow a remote attacker to read memory out of bounds, potentially leading to information disclosure or application instability. The severity is considered critical by Chromium security standards. No evidence of active exploitation has been reported.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory at https://chromereleases.googleblog.com/2026/04/stable-channel-update-for-desktop_15.html for current remediation guidance. Users of affected Chrome versions on Android should monitor official Google Chrome release notes and update to the latest version once available to mitigate this vulnerability.
Technical Details
- Data Version
- 5.2
- Assigner Short Name
- Chrome
- Date Reserved
- 2026-04-15T14:28:37.111Z
- Cvss Version
- null
- State
- PUBLISHED
- Remediation Level
- null
- Vendor Advisory Urls
- [{"url":"https://chromereleases.googleblog.com/2026/04/stable-channel-update-for-desktop_15.html","vendor":"Google"}]
Threat ID: 69dfe7be82d89c981f913e4f
Added to database: 4/15/2026, 7:32:14 PM
Last enriched: 4/15/2026, 7:47:43 PM
Last updated: 4/16/2026, 6:19:34 AM
Views: 9
Community Reviews
0 reviewsCrowdsource mitigation strategies, share intel context, and vote on the most helpful responses. Sign in to add your voice and help keep defenders ahead.
Want to contribute mitigation steps or threat intel context? Sign in or create an account to join the community discussion.
Actions
Updates to AI analysis require Pro Console access. Upgrade inside Console → Billing.
Need more coverage?
Upgrade to Pro Console for AI refresh and higher limits.
For incident response and remediation, OffSeq services can help resolve threats faster.
Latest Threats
Check if your credentials are on the dark web
Instant breach scanning across billions of leaked records. Free tier available.