CVE-2026-8018
HIGHCVSS 8.1/10EPSS 0.26%
Last modified
CVE-2026-8018 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 8.1/10 on the CVSS scale. Insufficient policy enforcement in DevTools in Google Chrome prior to 148.0.7778.96 allowed a remote attacker to potentially perform a sandbox escape via malicious network traffic. (Chromium security severity: Low). EPSS estimates a 0.26% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Insufficient policy enforcement in DevTools in Google Chrome prior to 148.0.7778.96 allowed a remote attacker to potentially perform a sandbox escape via malicious network traffic. (Chromium security severity: Low)
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/498292657Permissions Required
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2026-8018?
Insufficient policy enforcement in DevTools in Google Chrome prior to 148.0.7778.96 allowed a remote attacker to potentially perform a sandbox escape via malicious network traffic. (Chromium security severity: Low)
How severe is CVE-2026-8018?
CVE-2026-8018 has a CVSS score of 8.1/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.26% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2026-8018?
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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