CVE-2026-76037: Link following in Google Chrome
A vulnerability in Google Chrome on Windows prior to version 151.0.7922.169 allows a local attacker to potentially execute arbitrary code outside the sandbox via link following in the CredentialProvider component. The issue is rated high severity with a CVSS score of 8.4.
AI Analysis
Technical Summary
CVE-2026-76037 is a high-severity vulnerability in Google Chrome on Windows platforms before version 151.0.7922.169. It involves the CredentialProvider component's handling of link following, which could be exploited by a local attacker to execute arbitrary code outside the browser sandbox. This vulnerability could lead to full compromise of the affected system if successfully exploited.
Potential Impact
Successful exploitation allows a local attacker to execute arbitrary code outside the sandbox, potentially leading to full system compromise. The vulnerability affects confidentiality, integrity, and availability, as indicated by the CVSS vector (C:H/I:H/A:H).
Mitigation Recommendations
A fix is available in Google Chrome version 151.0.7922.169. Users and administrators should update to this version or later to remediate the vulnerability. Refer to the official Google Chrome stable channel update advisory for details: https://chromereleases.googleblog.com/2026/08/stable-channel-update-for-desktop_0826575033.html
CVE-2026-76037: Link following in Google Chrome
Description
A vulnerability in Google Chrome on Windows prior to version 151.0.7922.169 allows a local attacker to potentially execute arbitrary code outside the sandbox via link following in the CredentialProvider component. The issue is rated high severity with a CVSS score of 8.4.
CVSS v3.1
Score 8.4high
Affected software
Chrome
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Technical Analysis
CVE-2026-76037 is a high-severity vulnerability in Google Chrome on Windows platforms before version 151.0.7922.169. It involves the CredentialProvider component's handling of link following, which could be exploited by a local attacker to execute arbitrary code outside the browser sandbox. This vulnerability could lead to full compromise of the affected system if successfully exploited.
Potential Impact
Successful exploitation allows a local attacker to execute arbitrary code outside the sandbox, potentially leading to full system compromise. The vulnerability affects confidentiality, integrity, and availability, as indicated by the CVSS vector (C:H/I:H/A:H).
Mitigation Recommendations
A fix is available in Google Chrome version 151.0.7922.169. Users and administrators should update to this version or later to remediate the vulnerability. Refer to the official Google Chrome stable channel update advisory for details: https://chromereleases.googleblog.com/2026/08/stable-channel-update-for-desktop_0826575033.html
Technical Details
- Data Version
- 5.2
- Assigner Short Name
- Chrome
- Date Reserved
- 2026-08-18T19:44:51.243Z
- State
- PUBLISHED
- Vendor Advisory Urls
- [{"url":"https://chromereleases.googleblog.com/2026/08/stable-channel-update-for-desktop_0826575033.html","vendor":"Google"}]
Threat ID: 6a84c574c6e8be0332bb23f2
Added to database: 08/18/2026, 20:49:56 UTC
Last enriched: 09/11/2026, 20:48:19 UTC
Last updated: 10/02/2026, 02:46:06 UTC
Views: 59
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