Use After Free Vulnerability in Google Chrome Browser

CVE-2026-118357

What is CVE-2026-118357?

A use after free vulnerability in the FileSystem component of Google Chrome versions prior to 156.0.8078.73 enables remote attackers to execute arbitrary code within the browser's sandbox. This exploit can be executed by persuading users to visit specially crafted HTML pages, allowing malicious actors to bypass security mechanisms. It is crucial for users to update to the latest version to safeguard against such attacks.

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