CVE-2026-16416
HIGHCVSS 8.3/10EPSS 0.10%
Last modified
CVE-2026-16416 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 8.3/10 on the CVSS scale. Integer overflow in Chromecast in Google Chrome prior to 150.0.7871.182 allowed a local attacker to potentially perform a sandbox escape via malicious network traffic. (Chromium security severity: High). EPSS estimates a 0.10% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Integer overflow in Chromecast in Google Chrome prior to 150.0.7871.182 allowed a local attacker to potentially perform a sandbox escape via malicious network traffic. (Chromium security severity: High)
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:A/AC:H/PR:N/UI:N/S:C/C:H/I:H/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Chrome | < 150.0.7871.182 |
References
- https://chromereleases.googleblog.com/2026/07/stable-channel-update-for-desktop_0256605430.htmlRelease Notes, Vendor Advisory
- https://issues.chromium.org/issues/520172356Permissions Required
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Analyzed
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2026-16416?
Integer overflow in Chromecast in Google Chrome prior to 150.0.7871.182 allowed a local attacker to potentially perform a sandbox escape via malicious network traffic. (Chromium security severity: High)
How severe is CVE-2026-16416?
CVE-2026-16416 has a CVSS score of 8.3/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.10% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2026-16416?
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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