CVE-2026-76037: Link following in Google Chrome
A vulnerability in the CredentialProvider component of Google Chrome on Windows prior to version 151.0.7922.169 allows a local attacker to potentially execute arbitrary code outside the sandbox via a local program. The issue is classified as high severity with a CVSS score of 8.4.
AI Analysis
Technical Summary
CVE-2026-76037 is a high severity vulnerability affecting Google Chrome on Windows versions before 151.0.7922.169. The flaw exists in the link following behavior of the CredentialProvider component, which can be exploited by a local attacker to execute arbitrary code outside the browser sandbox. This vulnerability is tracked under CWE-59 (Improper Link Resolution Before File Access). No public exploits are known at this time, and no patch information is provided in the available data.
Potential Impact
Successful exploitation could allow a local attacker to execute arbitrary code with the privileges of the affected process, potentially compromising system integrity and confidentiality. The vulnerability affects confidentiality, integrity, and availability as indicated by the CVSS vector (C:H/I:H/A:H).
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Since no patch or official fix information is provided, users should monitor official Google Chrome security advisories for updates. Until a fix is available, restricting local access and minimizing exposure to untrusted local programs may reduce risk.
CVE-2026-76037: Link following in Google Chrome
Description
A vulnerability in the CredentialProvider component of Google Chrome on Windows prior to version 151.0.7922.169 allows a local attacker to potentially execute arbitrary code outside the sandbox via a local program. The issue is classified as high severity with a CVSS score of 8.4.
CVSS v3.1
Score 8.4high
Affected software
Weaknesses
AI-Powered Analysis
Machine-generated threat intelligence
Technical Analysis
CVE-2026-76037 is a high severity vulnerability affecting Google Chrome on Windows versions before 151.0.7922.169. The flaw exists in the link following behavior of the CredentialProvider component, which can be exploited by a local attacker to execute arbitrary code outside the browser sandbox. This vulnerability is tracked under CWE-59 (Improper Link Resolution Before File Access). No public exploits are known at this time, and no patch information is provided in the available data.
Potential Impact
Successful exploitation could allow a local attacker to execute arbitrary code with the privileges of the affected process, potentially compromising system integrity and confidentiality. The vulnerability affects confidentiality, integrity, and availability as indicated by the CVSS vector (C:H/I:H/A:H).
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Since no patch or official fix information is provided, users should monitor official Google Chrome security advisories for updates. Until a fix is available, restricting local access and minimizing exposure to untrusted local programs may reduce risk.
Technical Details
- Gcve Source
- db.gcve.eu
- Osv Id
- GHSA-gpf6-hggm-45pw
- Osv Schema Version
- 1.4.0
- Aliases
- ["CVE-2026-76037"]
- Ecosystems
- []
- Database Specific Severity
- HIGH
- Cvss Version
- 3.1
Threat ID: 6a85b49bacd9273b492502ad
Added to database: 08/19/2026, 13:50:19 UTC
Last enriched: 08/19/2026, 13:53:03 UTC
Last updated: 08/19/2026, 22:52:15 UTC
Views: 2
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