Observable discrepancy in Layout in Google Chrome prior to 153.0.8010.36 allowed a remote attacker to leak sensitive information via a crafted HTML… (CVE-2026-87566)
A vulnerability in Google Chrome prior to version 153.0.8010.36 allows a remote attacker to leak sensitive information by exploiting an observable discrepancy in the browser's layout engine via a crafted HTML page. The issue is classified with medium severity by Chromium security. No known exploits are reported in the wild, and no patch information is currently available.
AI Analysis
Technical Summary
CVE-2026-87566 describes an information disclosure vulnerability in Google Chrome's layout engine. Specifically, an observable discrepancy in layout processing prior to version 153.0.8010.36 can be leveraged by a remote attacker to leak sensitive information through a specially crafted HTML page. The vulnerability is categorized under CWE-203 (Information Exposure). There is no CVSS score or detailed vendor advisory provided, and no known exploits have been reported.
Potential Impact
Successful exploitation could allow a remote attacker to obtain sensitive information from the victim's browser by exploiting layout discrepancies. The impact is limited to information disclosure without evidence of further compromise or code execution.
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 forthcoming patches promptly.
Observable discrepancy in Layout in Google Chrome prior to 153.0.8010.36 allowed a remote attacker to leak sensitive information via a crafted HTML… (CVE-2026-87566)
Description
A vulnerability in Google Chrome prior to version 153.0.8010.36 allows a remote attacker to leak sensitive information by exploiting an observable discrepancy in the browser's layout engine via a crafted HTML page. The issue is classified with medium severity by Chromium security. No known exploits are reported in the wild, and no patch information is currently available.
Affected software
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Weaknesses
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Technical Analysis
CVE-2026-87566 describes an information disclosure vulnerability in Google Chrome's layout engine. Specifically, an observable discrepancy in layout processing prior to version 153.0.8010.36 can be leveraged by a remote attacker to leak sensitive information through a specially crafted HTML page. The vulnerability is categorized under CWE-203 (Information Exposure). There is no CVSS score or detailed vendor advisory provided, and no known exploits have been reported.
Potential Impact
Successful exploitation could allow a remote attacker to obtain sensitive information from the victim's browser by exploiting layout discrepancies. The impact is limited to information disclosure without evidence of further compromise or code execution.
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 forthcoming patches promptly.
Technical Details
- Gcve Source
- db.gcve.eu
- Osv Id
- GHSA-4hcf-rvj5-9wv6
- Osv Schema Version
- 1.4.0
- Aliases
- ["CVE-2026-87566"]
- Ecosystems
- []
- Database Specific Severity
- null
- Cvss Version
- null
Threat ID: 6aa15f93acd9273b49618bc1
Added to database: 09/09/2026, 13:30:59 UTC
Last enriched: 09/09/2026, 14:12:36 UTC
Last updated: 09/09/2026, 21:52:00 UTC
Views: 2
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