CVE-2026-79179
MEDIUMCVSS 6.5/10EPSS 0.21%
Last modified
CVE-2026-79179 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 6.5/10 on the CVSS scale. Incorrect authorization in DOM in Google Chrome prior to 152.0.7977.65 allowed a remote attacker to potentially leak sensitive information via a crafted HTML page. (Chromium security severity: Low). EPSS estimates a 0.21% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Incorrect authorization in DOM in Google Chrome prior to 152.0.7977.65 allowed a remote attacker to potentially leak sensitive information via a crafted HTML page. (Chromium security severity: Low)
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:N
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Chrome | < 152.0.7977.65 |
References
- https://chromereleases.googleblog.com/2026/08/stable-channel-update-for-desktop_0256176589.htmlRelease Notes, Vendor Advisory
- https://issues.chromium.org/issues/533079345Permissions Required
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Analyzed
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2026-79179?
Incorrect authorization in DOM in Google Chrome prior to 152.0.7977.65 allowed a remote attacker to potentially leak sensitive information via a crafted HTML page. (Chromium security severity: Low)
How severe is CVE-2026-79179?
CVE-2026-79179 has a CVSS score of 6.5/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.21% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2026-79179?
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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