Out of Bounds Read Vulnerability in Google Chrome
CVE-2026-7981

6.5MEDIUM

Key Information:

Vendor

Google
Status
Chrome
Vendor
CVE Published:
6 May 2026

What is CVE-2026-7981?

A vulnerability in Google Chrome allows a remote attacker to exploit an out of bounds read in the Codecs module. This flaw can enable unauthorized access to sensitive information stored in process memory through specially crafted files. Users of affected versions should update their browsers to enhance security and mitigate potential risks.

Affected Version(s)

Chrome 148.0.7778.96

References

https://chromereleases.googleblog.com/2026/05/stable-chan...
https://issues.chromium.org/issues/497926602

CVSS V3.1

Score:
6.5
Severity:
MEDIUM
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
None
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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