CVE-2026-78974
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CVE-2026-78974 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. UI misrepresentation in Linux Toolkit Theming in Google Chrome prior to 152.0.7977.65 allowed a remote attacker leveraging social engineering to bypass system access restrictions via a crafted HTML page. (Chromium security severity: Low). EPSS estimates a 0.30% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
UI misrepresentation in Linux Toolkit Theming in Google Chrome prior to 152.0.7977.65 allowed a remote attacker leveraging social engineering to bypass system access restrictions via a crafted HTML page. (Chromium security severity: Low)
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Affected Software
Source: CNA advisory (CVE.org). NVD analysis pending.
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Chrome | >= 152.0.7977.65, < 152.0.7977.65 |
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Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Awaiting Analysis
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