CVE-2026-85042
CRITICALCVSS 9.6/10
Last modified
CVE-2026-85042 is a critical-severity vulnerability rated 9.6/10 on the CVSS scale. Use after free in DevTools in Google Chrome prior to 152.0.7977.82 allowed a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code outside the sandbox via a crafted HTML page. (Chromium security severity: High).
Description
Use after free in DevTools in Google Chrome prior to 152.0.7977.82 allowed a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code outside the sandbox via a crafted HTML page. (Chromium security severity: High)
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:C/C:H/I:H/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
Source: CNA advisory (CVE.org). NVD analysis pending.
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Chrome | >= 152.0.7977.82, < 152.0.7977.82 |
References
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Received
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2026-85042?
Use after free in DevTools in Google Chrome prior to 152.0.7977.82 allowed a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code outside the sandbox via a crafted HTML page. (Chromium security severity: High)
How severe is CVE-2026-85042?
CVE-2026-85042 has a CVSS score of 9.6/10 (CRITICAL severity).
How do I fix CVE-2026-85042?
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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