CVE-2026-12442
HIGHCVSS 8.8/10EPSS 0.40%
Last modified
CVE-2026-12442 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 8.8/10 on the CVSS scale. Use after free in Passwords in Google Chrome on Android prior to 149.0.7827.155 allowed a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code via a crafted HTML page. (Chromium security severity: Critical). EPSS estimates a 0.40% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Use after free in Passwords in Google Chrome on Android prior to 149.0.7827.155 allowed a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code via a crafted HTML page. (Chromium security severity: Critical)
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Chrome | < 149.0.7827.155 |
References
- https://issues.chromium.org/issues/521950423Permissions Required
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Analyzed
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2026-12442?
Use after free in Passwords in Google Chrome on Android prior to 149.0.7827.155 allowed a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code via a crafted HTML page. (Chromium security severity: Critical)
How severe is CVE-2026-12442?
CVE-2026-12442 has a CVSS score of 8.8/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.40% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2026-12442?
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.
How Strix Helps
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