CVE-2026-87533: Use after free in Google Chrome
Description
A use-after-free vulnerability exists in the DevTools component of Google Chrome versions prior to 153.0.8010.36. This flaw allows a local attacker to execute arbitrary code outside the browser sandbox. The vulnerability has a high severity rating with a CVSS score of 8.1. Google has released an update to address this issue in version 153.0.8010.36.
CVSS v3.1
Score 8.1high
Affected software
Chrome
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Technical Analysis
CVE-2026-87533 is a use-after-free vulnerability in the DevTools feature of Google Chrome before version 153.0.8010.36. Exploitation requires local access and can lead to arbitrary code execution outside the sandbox, posing a significant security risk. The vulnerability has been assigned a CVSS v3.1 score of 8.1, indicating high severity. Google has published a stable channel update that fixes this issue.
Potential Impact
Successful exploitation allows a local attacker to execute arbitrary code outside the sandbox, potentially compromising the host system's confidentiality, integrity, and availability. The vulnerability affects the DevTools component, which is typically used by developers, but the impact is critical due to the ability to escape sandbox restrictions.
Mitigation Recommendations
Users should update Google Chrome to version 153.0.8010.36 or later, where this vulnerability is patched. The vendor advisory confirms an official fix is available. No additional mitigation steps are indicated beyond applying the update.
Technical Details
- Data Version
- 5.2
- Assigner Short Name
- Chrome
- Date Reserved
- 2026-09-08T22:39:40.102Z
- State
- PUBLISHED
- Vendor Advisory Urls
- [{"url":"https://chromereleases.googleblog.com/2026/09/stable-channel-update-for-desktop_0808145027.html","vendor":"Google"}]
Threat ID: 6aa0b17eacd9273b49811b59
Added to database: 09/09/2026, 01:08:14 UTC
Last enriched: 09/17/2026, 01:41:53 UTC
Last updated: 10/24/2026, 03:05:11 UTC
Views: 29
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