CVE-2026-8557
HIGHCVSS 7.5/10EPSS 0.21%
Last modified
CVE-2026-8557 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.5/10 on the CVSS scale. Use after free in Accessibility in Google Chrome prior to 148.0.7778.168 allowed a remote attacker who had compromised the renderer process to perform privilege escalation via a crafted HTML page. (Chromium security severity: High). EPSS estimates a 0.21% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Use after free in Accessibility in Google Chrome prior to 148.0.7778.168 allowed a remote attacker who had compromised the renderer process to perform privilege escalation via a crafted HTML page. (Chromium security severity: High)
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Chrome | < 148.0.7778.168 |
References
- https://chromereleases.googleblog.com/2026/05/stable-channel-update-for-desktop_12.htmlProduct, Vendor Advisory
- https://issues.chromium.org/issues/502978647Permissions Required
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Analyzed
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2026-8557?
Use after free in Accessibility in Google Chrome prior to 148.0.7778.168 allowed a remote attacker who had compromised the renderer process to perform privilege escalation via a crafted HTML page. (Chromium security severity: High)
How severe is CVE-2026-8557?
CVE-2026-8557 has a CVSS score of 7.5/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.21% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2026-8557?
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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