CVE-2026-9884: Use after free in Google Chrome
CVE-2026-9884 is a use-after-free vulnerability in the Browser component of Google Chrome on Mac systems prior to version 148. 0. 7778. 216. This flaw could allow a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code by tricking a user into visiting a crafted HTML page. The vulnerability is classified as critical by Chromium security. There is no explicit patch status provided in the available data, but the affected version is identified, and a vendor advisory link is provided. No known exploits in the wild have been reported at this time.
AI Analysis
Technical Summary
This vulnerability involves a use-after-free condition in the Browser component of Google Chrome on Mac platforms before version 148.0.7778.216. Exploitation requires a remote attacker to deliver a specially crafted HTML page that triggers the flaw, potentially enabling arbitrary code execution. The vulnerability is marked critical by Chromium security, indicating a high impact if exploited. The vendor advisory URL is provided but does not explicitly confirm patch availability or remediation status. No CVSS score is assigned.
Potential Impact
Successful exploitation could allow remote code execution on affected Mac systems running vulnerable versions of Google Chrome. This could lead to full compromise of the browser process and potentially the underlying system depending on sandboxing and privilege levels. No known active exploitation has been reported.
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 for official updates from Google and apply any released patches promptly. Until a patch is confirmed, avoid visiting untrusted or suspicious websites that could host crafted HTML content.
CVE-2026-9884: Use after free in Google Chrome
Description
CVE-2026-9884 is a use-after-free vulnerability in the Browser component of Google Chrome on Mac systems prior to version 148. 0. 7778. 216. This flaw could allow a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code by tricking a user into visiting a crafted HTML page. The vulnerability is classified as critical by Chromium security. There is no explicit patch status provided in the available data, but the affected version is identified, and a vendor advisory link is provided. No known exploits in the wild have been reported at this time.
AI-Powered Analysis
Machine-generated threat intelligence
Technical Analysis
This vulnerability involves a use-after-free condition in the Browser component of Google Chrome on Mac platforms before version 148.0.7778.216. Exploitation requires a remote attacker to deliver a specially crafted HTML page that triggers the flaw, potentially enabling arbitrary code execution. The vulnerability is marked critical by Chromium security, indicating a high impact if exploited. The vendor advisory URL is provided but does not explicitly confirm patch availability or remediation status. No CVSS score is assigned.
Potential Impact
Successful exploitation could allow remote code execution on affected Mac systems running vulnerable versions of Google Chrome. This could lead to full compromise of the browser process and potentially the underlying system depending on sandboxing and privilege levels. No known active exploitation has been reported.
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 for official updates from Google and apply any released patches promptly. Until a patch is confirmed, avoid visiting untrusted or suspicious websites that could host crafted HTML content.
Technical Details
- Data Version
- 5.2
- Assigner Short Name
- Chrome
- Date Reserved
- 2026-05-28T17:24:43.262Z
- 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: 6a18c659e29bf47b503b5030
Added to database: 5/28/2026, 10:48:57 PM
Last enriched: 5/29/2026, 12:05:57 AM
Last updated: 5/29/2026, 8:16:58 AM
Views: 2
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