Skip to main content
Press slash or control plus K to focus the search. Use the arrow keys to navigate results and press enter to open a threat.
Reconnecting to live updates…
EPSS 0.2%top 89%

CVE-2026-7985: Use after free in Google Chrome

0
High
VulnerabilityCVE-2026-7985cvecve-2026-7985
Published: 05/06/2026 (05/06/2026, 18:13:02 UTC)
Source: CVE Database V5
Vendor/Project: Google
Product: Chrome

Description

CVE-2026-7985 is a use-after-free vulnerability in the GPU component of Google Chrome versions prior to 148.0.7778.96. This flaw could allow a remote attacker who has already compromised the renderer process to potentially escape the browser's sandbox by using a specially crafted HTML page. The vulnerability is rated with a high severity and a CVSS score of 8.3. No known exploits in the wild have been reported at this time. The vendor advisory linked indicates a stable channel update addressing this issue is available.

CVSS v3.1

Score 8.3high

Attack Vector
Network
Attack Complexity
High
Privileges Required
None
User Interaction
Required
Scope
Changed
Confidentiality
High
Integrity
High
Availability
High
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:H/PR:N/UI:R/S:C/C:H/I:H/A:H

Affected software

GitHub Actionsmore threats →ai
google/chrome
pkg:github/google/chrome
Affected versions
<148.0.7778.96

Run on your own infrastructure? Check whether these packages are installed with threat-finder — our free open-source scanner.

AI-Powered Analysis

Machine-generated threat intelligence

AILast updated: 05/14/2026, 03:57:10 UTC

Technical Analysis

This vulnerability involves a use-after-free condition in the GPU subsystem of Google Chrome before version 148.0.7778.96. Exploitation requires prior compromise of the renderer process and could enable sandbox escape through crafted HTML content. The CVSS 3.1 vector indicates network attack vector, high complexity, no privileges required, user interaction required, scope changed, and high impact on confidentiality, integrity, and availability. The issue is addressed in the Chrome stable channel update referenced in the vendor advisory.

Potential Impact

Successful exploitation could allow an attacker with control over the renderer process to escape the Chrome sandbox, potentially leading to full system compromise or unauthorized access to sensitive information. The vulnerability affects confidentiality, integrity, and availability of the affected system. No active exploitation has been reported so far.

Mitigation Recommendations

A fix is available in Google Chrome version 148.0.7778.96 and later. Users and administrators should update to this version or a newer stable release to remediate the vulnerability. Refer to the official Google Chrome stable channel update advisory at https://chromereleases.googleblog.com/2026/05/stable-channel-update-for-desktop.html for detailed update instructions.

Pro Console: star threats, build custom feeds, automate alerts via Slack, email & webhooks.Upgrade to Pro

Technical Details

Data Version
5.2
Assigner Short Name
Chrome
Date Reserved
2026-05-05T22:59:27.819Z
Cvss Version
null
State
PUBLISHED
Remediation Level
null
Vendor Advisory Urls
[{"url":"https://chromereleases.googleblog.com/2026/05/stable-channel-update-for-desktop.html","vendor":"Google"}]

Threat ID: 69fb86e9cbff5d861024e966

Added to database: 05/06/2026, 18:22:33 UTC

Last enriched: 05/14/2026, 03:57:10 UTC

Last updated: 07/31/2026, 19:23:00 UTC

Views: 94

Community Reviews

0 reviews

Crowdsource mitigation strategies, share intel context, and vote on the most helpful responses. Sign in to add your voice and help keep defenders ahead.

Sort by
Loading community insights…

Want to contribute mitigation steps or threat intel context? Sign in or create an account to join the community discussion.

Actions

PRO

Updates to AI analysis require Pro Console access. Upgrade inside Console → Billing.

Please log in to the Console to use AI analysis features.

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

Breach by OffSeqOFFSEQFRIENDS — 25% OFF

Check if your credentials are on the dark web

Instant breach scanning across billions of leaked records. Free tier available.

Scan now
OffSeq TrainingCredly Certified

Lead Pen Test Professional

Technical5-day eLearningPECB Accredited
View courses