CVE-2026-9916: Out of bounds write in Google Chrome
CVE-2026-9916 is an out-of-bounds write vulnerability in the ANGLE component of Google Chrome prior to version 148. 0. 7778. 216. This flaw could allow a remote attacker who has already compromised the renderer process to potentially escape the sandbox by using a specially crafted HTML page. The vulnerability is classified by Chromium as having high security severity. There is no CVSS score provided, and no explicit vendor advisory states the patch status or remediation level. The vendor advisory URL references a stable channel update but does not explicitly confirm patch availability for this specific issue.
AI Analysis
Technical Summary
This vulnerability involves an out-of-bounds write in the ANGLE graphics abstraction layer within Google Chrome versions before 148.0.7778.216. Exploitation requires prior compromise of the renderer process and could enable sandbox escape, increasing the attacker's privileges beyond the renderer sandbox. The vulnerability was publicly disclosed on May 28, 2026, with a high severity rating from Chromium. No CVSS score or detailed remediation status is provided in the available data. The vendor advisory linked is a stable channel update announcement without explicit patch confirmation for this CVE.
Potential Impact
If exploited, this vulnerability could allow an attacker who has compromised the renderer process to escape the sandbox, potentially leading to greater control over the host system. This elevates the risk from a renderer compromise to a more severe system compromise. No known exploits in the wild have been reported at this time.
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. Until confirmation of a fix, users should update to the latest Chrome version as soon as possible and follow any additional vendor instructions. No vendor advisory explicitly states that no action is required or that the issue is already mitigated.
CVE-2026-9916: Out of bounds write in Google Chrome
Description
CVE-2026-9916 is an out-of-bounds write vulnerability in the ANGLE component of Google Chrome prior to version 148. 0. 7778. 216. This flaw could allow a remote attacker who has already compromised the renderer process to potentially escape the sandbox by using a specially crafted HTML page. The vulnerability is classified by Chromium as having high security severity. There is no CVSS score provided, and no explicit vendor advisory states the patch status or remediation level. The vendor advisory URL references a stable channel update but does not explicitly confirm patch availability for this specific issue.
AI-Powered Analysis
Machine-generated threat intelligence
Technical Analysis
This vulnerability involves an out-of-bounds write in the ANGLE graphics abstraction layer within Google Chrome versions before 148.0.7778.216. Exploitation requires prior compromise of the renderer process and could enable sandbox escape, increasing the attacker's privileges beyond the renderer sandbox. The vulnerability was publicly disclosed on May 28, 2026, with a high severity rating from Chromium. No CVSS score or detailed remediation status is provided in the available data. The vendor advisory linked is a stable channel update announcement without explicit patch confirmation for this CVE.
Potential Impact
If exploited, this vulnerability could allow an attacker who has compromised the renderer process to escape the sandbox, potentially leading to greater control over the host system. This elevates the risk from a renderer compromise to a more severe system compromise. No known exploits in the wild have been reported at this time.
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. Until confirmation of a fix, users should update to the latest Chrome version as soon as possible and follow any additional vendor instructions. No vendor advisory explicitly states that no action is required or that the issue is already mitigated.
Technical Details
- Data Version
- 5.2
- Assigner Short Name
- Chrome
- Date Reserved
- 2026-05-28T17:24:50.566Z
- 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: 6a18c664e29bf47b503b51ff
Added to database: 5/28/2026, 10:49:08 PM
Last enriched: 5/28/2026, 11:49:38 PM
Last updated: 5/29/2026, 8:16:05 AM
Views: 7
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