CVE-2026-9988
HIGHCVSS 8.3/10EPSS 0.17%
Last modified
CVE-2026-9988 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 8.3/10 on the CVSS scale. Use after free in WebRTC in Google Chrome on Linux prior to 148.0.7778.216 allowed a remote attacker to potentially perform a sandbox escape via a crafted HTML page. (Chromium security severity: High). EPSS estimates a 0.17% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Use after free in WebRTC in Google Chrome on Linux prior to 148.0.7778.216 allowed a remote attacker to potentially perform a sandbox escape via a crafted HTML page. (Chromium security severity: High)
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:H/PR:N/UI:R/S:C/C:H/I:H/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Chrome | < 148.0.7778.216 |
References
- https://issues.chromium.org/issues/513049286Permissions Required
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Analyzed
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2026-9988?
Use after free in WebRTC in Google Chrome on Linux prior to 148.0.7778.216 allowed a remote attacker to potentially perform a sandbox escape via a crafted HTML page. (Chromium security severity: High)
How severe is CVE-2026-9988?
CVE-2026-9988 has a CVSS score of 8.3/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.17% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2026-9988?
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.
Are you affected by CVE-2026-9988?
Run a free Strix scan to check your systems for this vulnerability.
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