CVE-2026-11115
HIGHCVSS 7.3/10EPSS 0.08%
Last modified
CVE-2026-11115 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.3/10 on the CVSS scale. Use after free in Updater in Google Chrome on Windows prior to 149.0.7827.53 allowed a local attacker to perform OS-level privilege escalation via a malicious file. (Chromium security severity: Medium). EPSS estimates a 0.08% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Use after free in Updater in Google Chrome on Windows prior to 149.0.7827.53 allowed a local attacker to perform OS-level privilege escalation via a malicious file. (Chromium security severity: Medium)
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Chrome | < 149.0.7827.53 |
References
- https://issues.chromium.org/issues/501370283Permissions Required
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2026-11115?
Use after free in Updater in Google Chrome on Windows prior to 149.0.7827.53 allowed a local attacker to perform OS-level privilege escalation via a malicious file. (Chromium security severity: Medium)
How severe is CVE-2026-11115?
CVE-2026-11115 has a CVSS score of 7.3/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.08% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2026-11115?
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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