CVE-2026-8560: Heap buffer overflow in Google Chrome
Heap buffer overflow in SwiftShader in Google Chrome on Mac and iOS prior to 148.0.7778.168 allowed a remote attacker to perform an out of bounds memory read via a crafted HTML page. (Chromium security severity: Medium)
AI Analysis
Technical Summary
This vulnerability involves a heap buffer overflow in the SwiftShader graphics component of Google Chrome versions before 148.0.7778.168 on Mac and iOS. An attacker can trigger an out-of-bounds memory read remotely by crafting a malicious HTML page. The issue is recognized by Chromium security with medium severity. No CVSS score or detailed patch information is included in the provided data. The vulnerability was published on May 14, 2026, and a vendor advisory URL is available for further details.
Potential Impact
The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to perform an out-of-bounds memory read, which could potentially lead to information disclosure or application instability. The medium severity rating indicates a moderate impact, but no confirmed exploitation or further impact details are provided.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory at https://chromereleases.googleblog.com/2026/05/stable-channel-update-for-desktop_12.html for current remediation guidance. Users should update Google Chrome on Mac and iOS to version 148.0.7778.168 or later once the update is available. No other specific mitigations are indicated in the advisory.
CVE-2026-8560: Heap buffer overflow in Google Chrome
Description
Heap buffer overflow in SwiftShader in Google Chrome on Mac and iOS prior to 148.0.7778.168 allowed a remote attacker to perform an out of bounds memory read via a crafted HTML page. (Chromium security severity: Medium)
AI-Powered Analysis
Machine-generated threat intelligence
Technical Analysis
This vulnerability involves a heap buffer overflow in the SwiftShader graphics component of Google Chrome versions before 148.0.7778.168 on Mac and iOS. An attacker can trigger an out-of-bounds memory read remotely by crafting a malicious HTML page. The issue is recognized by Chromium security with medium severity. No CVSS score or detailed patch information is included in the provided data. The vulnerability was published on May 14, 2026, and a vendor advisory URL is available for further details.
Potential Impact
The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to perform an out-of-bounds memory read, which could potentially lead to information disclosure or application instability. The medium severity rating indicates a moderate impact, but no confirmed exploitation or further impact details are provided.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory at https://chromereleases.googleblog.com/2026/05/stable-channel-update-for-desktop_12.html for current remediation guidance. Users should update Google Chrome on Mac and iOS to version 148.0.7778.168 or later once the update is available. No other specific mitigations are indicated in the advisory.
Technical Details
- Data Version
- 5.2
- Assigner Short Name
- Chrome
- Date Reserved
- 2026-05-14T05:40:22.296Z
- Cvss Version
- null
- State
- PUBLISHED
- Remediation Level
- null
- Vendor Advisory Urls
- [{"url":"https://chromereleases.googleblog.com/2026/05/stable-channel-update-for-desktop_12.html","vendor":"Google"}]
Threat ID: 6a062b64ec166c07b00ded93
Added to database: 5/14/2026, 8:07:00 PM
Last enriched: 5/14/2026, 8:37:37 PM
Last updated: 5/15/2026, 6:26:46 AM
Views: 5
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