CVE-2026-7962
MEDIUMCVSS 5.4/10EPSS 0.17%
Last modified
CVE-2026-7962 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 5.4/10 on the CVSS scale. Insufficient policy enforcement in DirectSockets in Google Chrome prior to 148.0.7778.96 allowed a remote attacker to perform arbitrary read/write via a crafted Chrome Extension. (Chromium security severity: Medium). EPSS estimates a 0.17% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Insufficient policy enforcement in DirectSockets in Google Chrome prior to 148.0.7778.96 allowed a remote attacker to perform arbitrary read/write via a crafted Chrome Extension. (Chromium security severity: Medium)
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Chrome | < 148.0.7778.96 |
References
- https://chromereleases.googleblog.com/2026/05/stable-channel-update-for-desktop.htmlRelease Notes, Vendor Advisory
- https://issues.chromium.org/issues/497081987Permissions Required
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Analyzed
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2026-7962?
Insufficient policy enforcement in DirectSockets in Google Chrome prior to 148.0.7778.96 allowed a remote attacker to perform arbitrary read/write via a crafted Chrome Extension. (Chromium security severity: Medium)
How severe is CVE-2026-7962?
CVE-2026-7962 has a CVSS score of 5.4/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.17% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2026-7962?
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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