Memory Corruption Vulnerability in Google Chrome Browser
CVE-2026-112996

8.8HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor

Google
Status
Chrome
Vendor
CVE Published:
20 October 2026

What is CVE-2026-112996?

A memory corruption issue exists in the Loader component of Google Chrome that may allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code within the browser's sandboxed environment. This vulnerability can be triggered using a specially crafted HTML page, posing a risk to users if they access such malicious content. Updates to the browser are recommended to mitigate this risk and improve overall security.

Affected Version(s)

Chrome 156.0.8078.47

References

https://chromereleases.googleblog.com/2026/10/stable-chan...
https://issues.chromium.org/issues/563015686

CVSS V3.1

Score:
8.8
Severity:
HIGH
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
High
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
None
User Interaction:
Required
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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