CVE-2026-6297
HIGHCVSS 8.3/10EPSS 0.20%
Last modified
CVE-2026-6297 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 8.3/10 on the CVSS scale. Use after free in Proxy in Google Chrome prior to 147.0.7727.101 allowed an attacker in a privileged network position to potentially perform a sandbox escape via a crafted HTML page. (Chromium security severity: Critical). EPSS estimates a 0.20% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Use after free in Proxy in Google Chrome prior to 147.0.7727.101 allowed an attacker in a privileged network position to potentially perform a sandbox escape via a crafted HTML page. (Chromium security severity: Critical)
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Chrome | < 147.0.7727.101 |
References
- https://chromereleases.googleblog.com/2026/04/stable-channel-update-for-desktop_15.htmlRelease Notes, Vendor Advisory
- https://issues.chromium.org/issues/493628982Permissions Required
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2026-6297?
Use after free in Proxy in Google Chrome prior to 147.0.7727.101 allowed an attacker in a privileged network position to potentially perform a sandbox escape via a crafted HTML page. (Chromium security severity: Critical)
How severe is CVE-2026-6297?
CVE-2026-6297 has a CVSS score of 8.3/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.20% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2026-6297?
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.
How Strix Helps
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