CVE-2026-2441

Name: CVE-2026-2441
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2026-02-13T19:17:31.31+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

HIGHCVSS 8.8/10Actively ExploitedEPSS 22.02%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2026-2441 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 8.8/10 on the CVSS scale. Use after free in CSS in Google Chrome prior to 145.0.7632.75 allowed a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code inside a sandbox via a crafted HTML page. (Chromium security severity: High). CISA has confirmed active exploitation in the wild. EPSS estimates a 22.02% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Use after free in CSS in Google Chrome prior to 145.0.7632.75 allowed a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code inside a sandbox via a crafted HTML page. (Chromium security severity: High)

Metrics

CVSS 3.1

8.8/10

CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H

EPSS Probability

22.02%

97.4th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Exploitation Status

This vulnerability is listed in CISA’s Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog, confirming active exploitation in the wild. Federal agencies must remediate by Mar 10, 2026.

Weakness Enumeration

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Google	Chrome	< 145.0.7632.75
Google	Chrome	< 145.0.7632.76

References

https://chromereleases.googleblog.com/2026/02/stable-channel-update-for-desktop_13.htmlRelease Notes
https://issues.chromium.org/issues/483569511Issue Tracking, Permissions Required
https://github.com/huseyinstif/CVE-2026-2441-PoC/blob/main/poc.htmlExploit
https://www.cisa.gov/known-exploited-vulnerabilities-catalog?field_cve=CVE-2026-2441US Government Resource

Timeline

Published: Feb 13, 2026
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Analyzed

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2026-2441?

Use after free in CSS in Google Chrome prior to 145.0.7632.75 allowed a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code inside a sandbox via a crafted HTML page. (Chromium security severity: High)

How severe is CVE-2026-2441?

CVE-2026-2441 has a CVSS score of 8.8/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 22.02% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. This vulnerability is listed in CISA's Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog.

How do I fix CVE-2026-2441?

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.

Are you affected by CVE-2026-2441?

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Source: NVD / NIST