Out of Bounds Read Vulnerability in Google Chrome Skia

CVE-2026-126841

What is CVE-2026-126841?

A vulnerability exists in the Skia graphics library used by Google Chrome, where an out of bounds read can occur. This can be exploited by an attacker who has taken control of the renderer process, allowing unauthorized memory access beyond the intended boundaries. An attacker can leverage this issue by crafting a malicious HTML page designed to trigger the flaw, potentially exposing sensitive information from the browser’s memory. It is crucial for users to update to the latest versions to mitigate such risks.

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