CVE-2026-95338
HIGHCVSS 8.8/10
Last modified
CVE-2026-95338 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 8.8/10 on the CVSS scale. Use after free in PDFium in Google Chrome prior to 154.0.8037.57 allowed a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code inside the sandbox via a crafted PDF file. (Chromium security severity: High).
Description
Use after free in PDFium in Google Chrome prior to 154.0.8037.57 allowed a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code inside the sandbox via a crafted PDF file. (Chromium security severity: High)
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Chrome | < 154.0.8037.57 |
References
- https://chromereleases.googleblog.com/2026/09/stable-channel-update-for-desktop_0856730748.htmlRelease Notes, Vendor Advisory
- https://issues.chromium.org/issues/556535630Permissions Required
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Analyzed
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2026-95338?
Use after free in PDFium in Google Chrome prior to 154.0.8037.57 allowed a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code inside the sandbox via a crafted PDF file. (Chromium security severity: High)
How severe is CVE-2026-95338?
CVE-2026-95338 has a CVSS score of 8.8/10 (HIGH severity).
How do I fix CVE-2026-95338?
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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