CVE-2026-87551
MEDIUMCVSS 4.3/10EPSS 0.18%
Last modified
CVE-2026-87551 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 4.3/10 on the CVSS scale. Improper certificate validation in CORS in Google Chrome prior to 153.0.8010.36 allowed a remote attacker leveraging social engineering to bypass web origin policy via crafted network traffic. (Chromium security severity: Low). EPSS estimates a 0.18% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Improper certificate validation in CORS in Google Chrome prior to 153.0.8010.36 allowed a remote attacker leveraging social engineering to bypass web origin policy via crafted network traffic. (Chromium security severity: Low)
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Chrome | < 153.0.8010.36 |
References
- https://chromereleases.googleblog.com/2026/09/stable-channel-update-for-desktop_0808145027.htmlRelease Notes, Vendor Advisory
- https://issues.chromium.org/issues/540070236Permissions Required
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Analyzed
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2026-87551?
Improper certificate validation in CORS in Google Chrome prior to 153.0.8010.36 allowed a remote attacker leveraging social engineering to bypass web origin policy via crafted network traffic. (Chromium security severity: Low)
How severe is CVE-2026-87551?
CVE-2026-87551 has a CVSS score of 4.3/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.18% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2026-87551?
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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