CVE-2026-126866
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CVE-2026-126866 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 8.8/10 on the CVSS scale. Incorrect authorization in Extensions in Google Chrome prior to 157.0.8103.78 allowed a remote attacker leveraging social engineering to execute arbitrary code inside the sandbox via a crafted Chrome extension. (Chromium security severity: High). EPSS estimates a 0.29% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Incorrect authorization in Extensions in Google Chrome prior to 157.0.8103.78 allowed a remote attacker leveraging social engineering to execute arbitrary code inside the sandbox via a crafted Chrome extension. (Chromium security severity: High)
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Chrome | < 157.0.8103.78 |
References
- https://chromereleases.googleblog.com/2026/11/stable-channel-update-for-desktop_01744469280.htmlRelease Notes, Vendor Advisory
- https://issues.chromium.org/issues/576943246Permissions Required
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Analyzed
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