CVE-2026-5278
HIGHCVSS 8.8/10EPSS 0.41%
Last modified
CVE-2026-5278 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 8.8/10 on the CVSS scale. Use after free in Web MIDI in Google Chrome on Android prior to 146.0.7680.178 allowed a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code via a crafted HTML page. (Chromium security severity: High). EPSS estimates a 0.41% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Use after free in Web MIDI in Google Chrome on Android prior to 146.0.7680.178 allowed a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code via a crafted HTML page. (Chromium security severity: High)
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Chrome | < 146.0.7680.177 |
References
- https://issues.chromium.org/issues/490254128Issue Tracking, Permissions Required
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Analyzed
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2026-5278?
Use after free in Web MIDI in Google Chrome on Android prior to 146.0.7680.178 allowed a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code via a crafted HTML page. (Chromium security severity: High)
How severe is CVE-2026-5278?
CVE-2026-5278 has a CVSS score of 8.8/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.41% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2026-5278?
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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