CVE-2026-8002
HIGHCVSS 8.8/10EPSS 0.24%
Last modified
CVE-2026-8002 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 8.8/10 on the CVSS scale. Use after free in Audio in Google Chrome on Mac prior to 148.0.7778.96 allowed a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code inside a sandbox via a crafted HTML page. (Chromium security severity: Low). EPSS estimates a 0.24% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Use after free in Audio in Google Chrome on Mac prior to 148.0.7778.96 allowed a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code inside a sandbox 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:H/A:H
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/495779613Permissions Required
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Analyzed
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2026-8002?
Use after free in Audio in Google Chrome on Mac prior to 148.0.7778.96 allowed a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code inside a sandbox via a crafted HTML page. (Chromium security severity: Low)
How severe is CVE-2026-8002?
CVE-2026-8002 has a CVSS score of 8.8/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.24% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2026-8002?
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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