CVE-2026-87613: Incorrect reference resolution in Google Chrome
Incorrect reference resolution in Extensions in Google Chrome prior to 153.0.8010.36 allowed a remote attacker to potentially execute arbitrary code outside the sandbox via crafted network traffic. (Chromium security severity: Medium)
AI Analysis
Technical Summary
CVE-2026-87613 describes an incorrect reference resolution vulnerability in the Extensions component of Google Chrome versions before 153.0.8010.36. Exploitation could enable remote attackers to execute arbitrary code outside the sandbox environment via specially crafted network traffic. The vulnerability is linked to CWE-706 (Use of Incorrectly-Resolved Name or Reference). There is no CVSS score or vendor advisory patch information available in the provided data.
Potential Impact
Successful exploitation may lead to arbitrary code execution outside the sandbox, potentially compromising the security boundary of the browser. This could allow attackers to perform unauthorized actions on the affected system. However, no known exploits in the wild have been reported.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Users should monitor official Google Chrome security advisories for updates and apply any released patches promptly.
CVE-2026-87613: Incorrect reference resolution in Google Chrome
Description
Incorrect reference resolution in Extensions in Google Chrome prior to 153.0.8010.36 allowed a remote attacker to potentially execute arbitrary code outside the sandbox via crafted network traffic. (Chromium security severity: Medium)
CVSS v3.1
Score 9.0critical
Affected software
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Weaknesses
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Technical Analysis
CVE-2026-87613 describes an incorrect reference resolution vulnerability in the Extensions component of Google Chrome versions before 153.0.8010.36. Exploitation could enable remote attackers to execute arbitrary code outside the sandbox environment via specially crafted network traffic. The vulnerability is linked to CWE-706 (Use of Incorrectly-Resolved Name or Reference). There is no CVSS score or vendor advisory patch information available in the provided data.
Potential Impact
Successful exploitation may lead to arbitrary code execution outside the sandbox, potentially compromising the security boundary of the browser. This could allow attackers to perform unauthorized actions on the affected system. However, no known exploits in the wild have been reported.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Users should monitor official Google Chrome security advisories for updates and apply any released patches promptly.
Technical Details
- Gcve Source
- db.gcve.eu
- Osv Id
- GHSA-qx3c-ccj2-g7fj
- Osv Schema Version
- 1.4.0
- Aliases
- ["CVE-2026-87613"]
- Ecosystems
- []
- Database Specific Severity
- null
- Cvss Version
- null
Threat ID: 6aa15f90acd9273b49618a65
Added to database: 09/09/2026, 13:30:56 UTC
Last enriched: 09/09/2026, 14:05:31 UTC
Last updated: 09/09/2026, 18:52:00 UTC
Views: 2
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