CVE-2026-8567: Integer overflow in Google Chrome
Integer overflow in ANGLE in Google Chrome on Windows prior to 148.0.7778.168 allowed a remote attacker to perform an out of bounds memory write via a crafted HTML page. (Chromium security severity: Medium)
AI Analysis
Technical Summary
An integer overflow vulnerability exists in the ANGLE graphics engine used by Google Chrome on Windows platforms before version 148.0.7778.168. This vulnerability enables a remote attacker to trigger an out of bounds memory write via a specially crafted HTML page, potentially leading to memory corruption. The issue is recognized by Chromium security with a medium severity rating. No CVSS score or detailed remediation status is provided in the input data. The vulnerability was publicly disclosed on May 14, 2026.
Potential Impact
Successful exploitation could allow a remote attacker to perform an out of bounds memory write, which may lead to memory corruption and potentially impact the stability or security of the affected Chrome browser. The exact impact beyond memory corruption is not detailed in the provided information. No known exploits have been reported in the wild.
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 to version 148.0.7778.168 or later once available to address this vulnerability.
CVE-2026-8567: Integer overflow in Google Chrome
Description
Integer overflow in ANGLE in Google Chrome on Windows prior to 148.0.7778.168 allowed a remote attacker to perform an out of bounds memory write via a crafted HTML page. (Chromium security severity: Medium)
AI-Powered Analysis
Machine-generated threat intelligence
Technical Analysis
An integer overflow vulnerability exists in the ANGLE graphics engine used by Google Chrome on Windows platforms before version 148.0.7778.168. This vulnerability enables a remote attacker to trigger an out of bounds memory write via a specially crafted HTML page, potentially leading to memory corruption. The issue is recognized by Chromium security with a medium severity rating. No CVSS score or detailed remediation status is provided in the input data. The vulnerability was publicly disclosed on May 14, 2026.
Potential Impact
Successful exploitation could allow a remote attacker to perform an out of bounds memory write, which may lead to memory corruption and potentially impact the stability or security of the affected Chrome browser. The exact impact beyond memory corruption is not detailed in the provided information. No known exploits have been reported in the wild.
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 to version 148.0.7778.168 or later once available to address this vulnerability.
Technical Details
- Data Version
- 5.2
- Assigner Short Name
- Chrome
- Date Reserved
- 2026-05-14T05:40:23.854Z
- 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: 6a062b66ec166c07b00dee31
Added to database: 5/14/2026, 8:07:02 PM
Last enriched: 5/14/2026, 8:37:02 PM
Last updated: 5/15/2026, 7:36:02 AM
Views: 7
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