UI misrepresentation in Browser in Google Chrome prior to 152.0.7977.65 allowed a remote attacker to spoof UI elements via a crafted HTML page. (CVE-2026-78912)
Description
A UI misrepresentation vulnerability exists in Google Chrome versions prior to 152.0.7977.65. This flaw allows a remote attacker to spoof UI elements by crafting a malicious HTML page. The vulnerability has a medium severity rating and could potentially mislead users by displaying deceptive interface elements.
CVSS v3.1
Score 5.4medium
Affected software
Weaknesses
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Technical Analysis
CVE-2026-78912 describes a UI misrepresentation vulnerability in the Browser component of Google Chrome before version 152.0.7977.65. An attacker can exploit this by delivering a crafted HTML page that spoofs UI elements, potentially misleading users. The issue is classified under CWE-451 (User Interface Misrepresentation). The CVSS 3.1 base score is 5.4, reflecting a network attack vector with low complexity, no privileges required, user interaction needed, and limited confidentiality and availability impact.
Potential Impact
The vulnerability allows remote attackers to spoof UI elements, which may deceive users into performing unintended actions. The impact is limited to partial confidentiality loss and minor availability impact. There is no indication of integrity compromise. No known exploits are reported in the wild.
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 for updates from Google Chrome and apply any forthcoming security updates promptly.
Technical Details
- Gcve Source
- db.gcve.eu
- Osv Id
- GHSA-jmqg-mcj2-fj4m
- Osv Schema Version
- 1.4.0
- Aliases
- ["CVE-2026-78912"]
- Database Specific Severity
- MODERATE
- Cvss Version
- 3.1
- State
- PUBLISHED
Threat ID: 6a91a878acd9273b49069dda
Added to database: 08/28/2026, 15:25:44 UTC
Last enriched: 09/09/2026, 22:52:51 UTC
Last updated: 10/13/2026, 18:48:24 UTC
Views: 82
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