CVE-2026-17819: Inappropriate implementation in Google Chrome
Inappropriate implementation in WebAppInstalls in Google Chrome prior to 151.0.7922.72 allowed a remote attacker to perform UI spoofing via a crafted HTML page. (Chromium security severity: Medium)
AI Analysis
Technical Summary
CVE-2026-17819 is a UI spoofing vulnerability in the WebAppInstalls feature of Google Chrome versions before 151.0.7922.72. The flaw arises from an inappropriate implementation that enables a remote attacker to craft HTML content that can spoof the browser's user interface, potentially misleading users. The vulnerability is classified as medium severity by Chromium security. There is no CVSS score or detailed technical exploit information available. No official patch or vendor advisory details are provided in the input data.
Potential Impact
The vulnerability allows remote attackers to perform UI spoofing, which can deceive users by presenting fake or misleading interface elements. This could potentially facilitate phishing or social engineering attacks. However, no known exploits in the wild have been reported, and the impact is limited to UI deception rather than direct code execution or data compromise.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Users and administrators should monitor official Google Chrome security advisories for updates regarding this vulnerability and apply any available updates promptly once released.
CVE-2026-17819: Inappropriate implementation in Google Chrome
Description
Inappropriate implementation in WebAppInstalls in Google Chrome prior to 151.0.7922.72 allowed a remote attacker to perform UI spoofing via a crafted HTML page. (Chromium security severity: Medium)
Affected software
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AI-Powered Analysis
Machine-generated threat intelligence
Technical Analysis
CVE-2026-17819 is a UI spoofing vulnerability in the WebAppInstalls feature of Google Chrome versions before 151.0.7922.72. The flaw arises from an inappropriate implementation that enables a remote attacker to craft HTML content that can spoof the browser's user interface, potentially misleading users. The vulnerability is classified as medium severity by Chromium security. There is no CVSS score or detailed technical exploit information available. No official patch or vendor advisory details are provided in the input data.
Potential Impact
The vulnerability allows remote attackers to perform UI spoofing, which can deceive users by presenting fake or misleading interface elements. This could potentially facilitate phishing or social engineering attacks. However, no known exploits in the wild have been reported, and the impact is limited to UI deception rather than direct code execution or data compromise.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Users and administrators should monitor official Google Chrome security advisories for updates regarding this vulnerability and apply any available updates promptly once released.
Technical Details
- Gcve Source
- db.gcve.eu
- Osv Id
- GHSA-j4f7-2v7w-hc88
- Osv Schema Version
- 1.4.0
- Aliases
- ["CVE-2026-17819"]
- Ecosystems
- []
- Database Specific Severity
- null
- Cvss Version
- null
Threat ID: 6a6ae5179c2644c7f8981903
Added to database: 07/30/2026, 05:45:59 UTC
Last enriched: 07/30/2026, 06:17:14 UTC
Last updated: 07/31/2026, 02:51:54 UTC
Views: 5
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