CVE-2026-87649
MEDIUMCVSS 5.4/10EPSS 0.24%
Last modified
CVE-2026-87649 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 5.4/10 on the CVSS scale. UI misrepresentation in Downloads in Google Chrome prior to 153.0.8010.36 allowed a remote attacker leveraging social engineering to bypass system access restrictions via a crafted HTML page. (Chromium security severity: Medium). EPSS estimates a 0.24% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
UI misrepresentation in Downloads in Google Chrome prior to 153.0.8010.36 allowed a remote attacker leveraging social engineering to bypass system access restrictions via a crafted HTML page. (Chromium security severity: Medium)
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/514055890Permissions Required
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2026-87649?
UI misrepresentation in Downloads in Google Chrome prior to 153.0.8010.36 allowed a remote attacker leveraging social engineering to bypass system access restrictions via a crafted HTML page. (Chromium security severity: Medium)
How severe is CVE-2026-87649?
CVE-2026-87649 has a CVSS score of 5.4/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.24% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2026-87649?
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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