CVE-2026-76018
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CVE-2026-76018 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 8.8/10 on the CVSS scale. Privilege elevation in Import in Google Chrome prior to 151.0.7922.173 allowed a remote attacker leveraging social engineering to potentially execute arbitrary code outside the sandbox via a crafted file. (Chromium security severity: High). EPSS estimates a 0.42% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Privilege elevation in Import in Google Chrome prior to 151.0.7922.173 allowed a remote attacker leveraging social engineering to potentially execute arbitrary code outside the sandbox via a crafted file. (Chromium security severity: High)
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Chrome | < 151.0.7922.173 |
References
- https://chromereleases.googleblog.com/2026/08/stable-channel-update-for-desktop_0404570826.htmlRelease Notes, Vendor Advisory
- https://issues.chromium.org/issues/513757918Permissions Required
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Analyzed
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