CVE-2026-79215: Integer overflow in Google Chrome
Description
An integer overflow vulnerability exists in the WebGL component of Google Chrome versions prior to 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 severity rating with a CVSS score of 8.8. No known exploits are reported in the wild at this time. The vendor has published an advisory indicating a stable channel update addressing this issue.
CVSS v3.1
Score 8.8high
Affected software
Chrome
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Technical Analysis
CVE-2026-79215 is an integer overflow vulnerability in the WebGL implementation of Google Chrome before version 152.0.7977.65. This vulnerability allows remote attackers to potentially execute arbitrary code outside the sandbox environment by delivering a specially crafted HTML page. The issue is rated high severity with a CVSS 3.1 score of 8.8, reflecting network attack vector, low attack complexity, no privileges required, user interaction needed, and high impact on confidentiality, integrity, and availability. The vulnerability was publicly disclosed on August 25, 2026, and Google has released a stable channel update to address it.
Potential Impact
Successful exploitation of this vulnerability could lead to arbitrary code execution outside the sandbox, compromising the security boundaries of the browser. This could result in full system compromise or unauthorized access to sensitive information. The high CVSS score indicates a significant risk if exploited.
Mitigation Recommendations
Google has released a stable channel update for Chrome version 152.0.7977.65 that addresses this vulnerability. Users and administrators should update to this version or later to mitigate the risk. Patch status is confirmed by the vendor advisory. No additional mitigation steps are indicated by the vendor.
Technical Details
- Data Version
- 5.2
- Assigner Short Name
- Chrome
- Date Reserved
- 2026-08-25T06:11:40.967Z
- State
- PUBLISHED
- Vendor Advisory Urls
- [{"url":"https://chromereleases.googleblog.com/2026/08/stable-channel-update-for-desktop_0256176589.html","vendor":"Google"}]
Threat ID: 6a8df9e0acd9273b49ac722f
Added to database: 08/25/2026, 20:24:00 UTC
Last enriched: 09/09/2026, 22:22:04 UTC
Last updated: 10/08/2026, 06:48:19 UTC
Views: 31
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