CVE-2026-7921
HIGHCVSS 8.8/10EPSS 0.27%
Last modified
CVE-2026-7921 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 8.8/10 on the CVSS scale. Use after free in Passwords in Google Chrome prior to 148.0.7778.96 allowed a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code via a crafted HTML page. (Chromium security severity: High). EPSS estimates a 0.27% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Use after free in Passwords in Google Chrome prior to 148.0.7778.96 allowed a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code via a crafted HTML page. (Chromium security severity: High)
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Chrome | < 148.0.7778.96 |
References
- https://issues.chromium.org/issues/499062376Issue Tracking, Permissions Required
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Analyzed
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2026-7921?
Use after free in Passwords in Google Chrome prior to 148.0.7778.96 allowed a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code via a crafted HTML page. (Chromium security severity: High)
How severe is CVE-2026-7921?
CVE-2026-7921 has a CVSS score of 8.8/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.27% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2026-7921?
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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