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CVE-2026-9879: Out of bounds write in Google Chrome

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Critical
VulnerabilityCVE-2026-9879cvecve-2026-9879
Published: Thu May 28 2026 (05/28/2026, 22:25:10 UTC)
Source: CVE Database V5
Vendor/Project: Google
Product: Chrome

Description

CVE-2026-9879 is an out-of-bounds write vulnerability in the ANGLE component of Google Chrome versions prior to 148. 0. 7778. 216. This flaw allows a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code by convincing a user to visit a specially crafted HTML page. The vulnerability is classified as critical by Chromium security. There is no CVSS score provided, and the vendor advisory does not explicitly confirm patch availability or remediation status. No known exploits in the wild have been reported at this time.

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AILast updated: 05/29/2026, 00:06:29 UTC

Technical Analysis

This vulnerability involves an out-of-bounds write in the ANGLE graphics abstraction layer used by Google Chrome. It affects Chrome versions before 148.0.7778.216 and enables remote code execution through crafted HTML content. The issue was publicly disclosed on May 28, 2026, with a vendor advisory linked but without explicit patch or remediation details. The vulnerability is rated critical by Chromium security, indicating a high risk if exploited.

Potential Impact

Successful exploitation of this vulnerability could allow a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code on the affected system by delivering a malicious HTML page. This can lead to full compromise of the user's browser context and potentially the underlying system depending on sandboxing and other mitigations. No active exploitation has been reported so far.

Mitigation Recommendations

Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory at https://chromereleases.googleblog.com/2026/05/stable-channel-update-for-desktop_0877304591.html for current remediation guidance. Users and administrators should monitor official Google Chrome update channels and apply updates promptly once a fix is released. Until then, exercise caution when visiting untrusted websites.

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Technical Details

Data Version
5.2
Assigner Short Name
Chrome
Date Reserved
2026-05-28T17:24:42.049Z
Cvss Version
null
State
PUBLISHED
Remediation Level
null
Vendor Advisory Urls
[{"url":"https://chromereleases.googleblog.com/2026/05/stable-channel-update-for-desktop_0877304591.html","vendor":"Google"}]

Threat ID: 6a18c659e29bf47b503b501c

Added to database: 5/28/2026, 10:48:57 PM

Last enriched: 5/29/2026, 12:06:29 AM

Last updated: 5/29/2026, 8:16:56 AM

Views: 6

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