Type Confusion Vulnerability in Google Chrome Browser
CVE-2025-5959

8.8HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor: Google
Status: Chrome
Vendor: CVE Published:; 11 June 2025

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What is CVE-2025-5959?

CVE-2025-5959 is a type confusion vulnerability found in the V8 engine of Google Chrome, affecting versions prior to 137.0.7151.103. V8 is the underlying JavaScript engine used by Chrome to parse and execute JavaScript code. This vulnerability allows a remote attacker to exploit a flaw in type handling, enabling them to execute arbitrary code within the Chrome sandbox environment through a specially crafted HTML page. The implications of this vulnerability are significant, as it can potentially allow an attacker to bypass security measures in place within the browser, compromising user data and system integrity. Affected organizations face the risk of unauthorized access to sensitive information, escalation of privileges, and broad impact across user devices.

Potential impact of CVE-2025-5959

Execution of Arbitrary Code: The primary risk associated with this vulnerability is the capability for attackers to execute arbitrary code within the browser's sandbox environment. This could lead to the installation of malicious software, theft of data, or further compromising of the host system.
Data Breaches: Exploitation of CVE-2025-5959 may lead to unauthorized access to the data of users interacting with the browser, potentially exposing sensitive information stored within web applications, including personal, financial, or corporate data.
Increased Attack Surface: Since Google Chrome is widely used across various organizations and personal devices, the presence of this vulnerability enhances the overall attack surface. Exploit attempts could lead to widespread infections and exploitation in corporate environments, affecting numerous users simultaneously.

Affected Version(s)

Chrome 137.0.7151.103

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