CVE-2026-12468
HIGHCVSS 8.3/10EPSS 0.14%
Last modified
CVE-2026-12468 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 8.3/10 on the CVSS scale. Race in Updater in Google Chrome on Mac prior to 149.0.7827.155 allowed a remote attacker who had compromised the renderer process to potentially perform a sandbox escape via a crafted HTML page. (Chromium security severity: High). EPSS estimates a 0.14% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Race in Updater in Google Chrome on Mac prior to 149.0.7827.155 allowed a remote attacker who had compromised the renderer process to potentially perform a sandbox escape via a crafted HTML page. (Chromium security severity: High)
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Chrome | < 149.0.7827.155 |
References
- https://issues.chromium.org/issues/521485244Permissions Required
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Analyzed
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2026-12468?
Race in Updater in Google Chrome on Mac prior to 149.0.7827.155 allowed a remote attacker who had compromised the renderer process to potentially perform a sandbox escape via a crafted HTML page. (Chromium security severity: High)
How severe is CVE-2026-12468?
CVE-2026-12468 has a CVSS score of 8.3/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.14% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2026-12468?
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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