Resource Access Vulnerability in Microsoft Edge by Microsoft
CVE-2026-72984

8.8HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor

Microsoft
Status
Microsoft Edge (chromium-based)
Vendor
CVE Published:
28 August 2026

What is CVE-2026-72984?

A type confusion vulnerability exists in Microsoft Edge (Chromium-based), which may allow an unauthorized attacker to execute arbitrary code over a network. The flaw stems from improper handling of resource access, posing significant risks to system integrity and user data. Users are urged to apply security updates to safeguard against potential exploitation.

Affected Version(s)

Microsoft Edge (Chromium-based) 1.0.0.0 < 152.0.4191.53

References

https://msrc.microsoft.com/update-guide/vulnerability/CVE...
vendor-advisorypatch

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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