CVE-2025-9478
HIGHCVSS 8.8/10EPSS 3.58%
Last modified
CVE-2025-9478 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 8.8/10 on the CVSS scale. Use after free in ANGLE in Google Chrome prior to 139.0.7258.154 allowed a remote attacker to potentially exploit heap corruption via a crafted HTML page. (Chromium security severity: Critical). EPSS estimates a 3.58% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Use after free in ANGLE in Google Chrome prior to 139.0.7258.154 allowed a remote attacker to potentially exploit heap corruption via a crafted HTML page. (Chromium security severity: Critical)
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Chrome | < 139.0.7258.154 |
References
- https://chromereleases.googleblog.com/2025/08/stable-channel-update-for-desktop_26.htmlRelease Notes, Vendor Advisory
- https://issues.chromium.org/issues/437825940Issue Tracking, Permissions Required
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Analyzed
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2025-9478?
Use after free in ANGLE in Google Chrome prior to 139.0.7258.154 allowed a remote attacker to potentially exploit heap corruption via a crafted HTML page. (Chromium security severity: Critical)
How severe is CVE-2025-9478?
CVE-2025-9478 has a CVSS score of 8.8/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 3.58% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2025-9478?
Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.
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