CVE-2026-79043: Out of bounds write in Google Chrome
Description
CVE-2026-79043 is a critical out-of-bounds write vulnerability in the ANGLE component of Google Chrome prior to version 152.0.7977.65. This flaw could allow a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code outside the browser sandbox by tricking a user into visiting a crafted HTML page. The vulnerability has a high CVSS score of 9.6, indicating severe impact on confidentiality, integrity, and availability. No known exploits are currently reported in the wild. Users are advised to update to version 152.0.7977.65 or later where the issue is fixed.
CVSS v3.1
Score 9.6critical
Affected software
Chrome
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Technical Analysis
This vulnerability involves an out-of-bounds write in the ANGLE graphics abstraction layer used by Google Chrome. It affects versions prior to 152.0.7977.65 and can be triggered remotely via a maliciously crafted HTML page, potentially leading to arbitrary code execution outside the sandbox. The CVSS 3.1 base score is 9.6, reflecting network attack vector, low attack complexity, no privileges required, user interaction required, scope changed, and high impact on confidentiality, integrity, and availability. The vendor advisory confirms the fix is included in Chrome version 152.0.7977.65.
Potential Impact
Successful exploitation could allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code outside the sandbox, compromising the security boundaries of the browser. This could lead to full system compromise or unauthorized access to sensitive information. The vulnerability affects confidentiality, integrity, and availability at a high level.
Mitigation Recommendations
Users should update Google Chrome to version 152.0.7977.65 or later to remediate this vulnerability. The vendor advisory from Google confirms that this version contains the fix. No additional mitigations are specified or required once updated.
Technical Details
- Data Version
- 5.2
- Assigner Short Name
- Chrome
- Date Reserved
- 2026-08-25T06:08:10.458Z
- State
- PUBLISHED
- Vendor Advisory Urls
- [{"url":"https://chromereleases.googleblog.com/2026/08/stable-channel-update-for-desktop_0256176589.html","vendor":"Google"}]
Threat ID: 6a8df9c8acd9273b49ac6f79
Added to database: 08/25/2026, 20:23:36 UTC
Last enriched: 09/09/2026, 23:52:25 UTC
Last updated: 10/10/2026, 18:48:22 UTC
Views: 27
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