Out of bounds read in DataTransfer in Google Chrome prior to 153.0.8010.52 allowed a local attacker leveraging social engineering to read memory… (CVE-2026-93376)
An out of bounds read vulnerability exists in the DataTransfer component of Google Chrome versions prior to 153.0.8010.52. This flaw allows a local attacker, using social engineering, to read memory outside the sandbox via a local program. The vulnerability has been assigned a medium severity by Chromium security. No CVSS score is available, and no explicit patch information is provided in the input data.
AI Analysis
Technical Summary
CVE-2026-93376 describes an out of bounds read vulnerability in the DataTransfer functionality of Google Chrome before version 153.0.8010.52. This vulnerability enables a local attacker, through social engineering, to read memory outside the sandbox environment by leveraging a local program. The issue is categorized under CWE-125 (Out-of-bounds Read). The Chromium security team has rated this vulnerability as medium severity. There is no CVSS score or explicit patch information provided in the available data.
Potential Impact
A local attacker who successfully uses social engineering techniques can exploit this vulnerability to read memory outside the sandbox, potentially exposing sensitive information from the browser's memory space. The impact is limited to local attack scenarios and requires user interaction.
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 and apply the official fix once available. Until then, caution with local programs and social engineering attempts is advised.
Out of bounds read in DataTransfer in Google Chrome prior to 153.0.8010.52 allowed a local attacker leveraging social engineering to read memory… (CVE-2026-93376)
Description
An out of bounds read vulnerability exists in the DataTransfer component of Google Chrome versions prior to 153.0.8010.52. This flaw allows a local attacker, using social engineering, to read memory outside the sandbox via a local program. The vulnerability has been assigned a medium severity by Chromium security. No CVSS score is available, and no explicit patch information is provided in the input data.
Affected software
pkg:github/chromium/chromiumRun on your own infrastructure? Check whether these packages are installed with threat-finder — our free open-source scanner.
Weaknesses
AI-Powered Analysis
Machine-generated threat intelligence
Technical Analysis
CVE-2026-93376 describes an out of bounds read vulnerability in the DataTransfer functionality of Google Chrome before version 153.0.8010.52. This vulnerability enables a local attacker, through social engineering, to read memory outside the sandbox environment by leveraging a local program. The issue is categorized under CWE-125 (Out-of-bounds Read). The Chromium security team has rated this vulnerability as medium severity. There is no CVSS score or explicit patch information provided in the available data.
Potential Impact
A local attacker who successfully uses social engineering techniques can exploit this vulnerability to read memory outside the sandbox, potentially exposing sensitive information from the browser's memory space. The impact is limited to local attack scenarios and requires user interaction.
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 and apply the official fix once available. Until then, caution with local programs and social engineering attempts is advised.
Technical Details
- Gcve Source
- db.gcve.eu
- Osv Id
- GHSA-8qh9-fmcv-7vc2
- Osv Schema Version
- 1.4.0
- Aliases
- ["CVE-2026-93376"]
- State
- PUBLISHED
Threat ID: 6aac8ddf55bf5e2cf548ff45
Added to database: 09/18/2026, 01:03:27 UTC
Last enriched: 09/18/2026, 01:23:30 UTC
Last updated: 09/18/2026, 03:01:23 UTC
Views: 3
Community Reviews
0 reviewsCrowdsource mitigation strategies, share intel context, and vote on the most helpful responses. Sign in to add your voice and help keep defenders ahead.
Want to contribute mitigation steps or threat intel context? Sign in or create an account to join the community discussion.
Actions
Updates to AI analysis require Pro Console access. Upgrade inside Console → Billing.
Need more coverage?
Upgrade to Pro Console for AI refresh and higher limits.
For incident response and remediation, OffSeq services can help resolve threats faster.
Latest Threats
Check if your credentials are on the dark web
Instant breach scanning across billions of leaked records. Free tier available.