Heap Buffer Overflow in Chromecast on Google Chrome by Google

CVE-2026-9123

What is CVE-2026-9123?

A heap buffer overflow vulnerability exists in Chromecast within Google Chrome prior to version 148.0.7778.179 across various platforms, including Android, Linux, and ChromeOS. A local attacker could exploit this flaw by sending specially crafted network traffic to execute arbitrary code within a sandboxed environment, leading to potential security breaches. This vulnerability underscores the importance of timely updates and rigorous security measures to protect users from unauthorized access and code execution risks associated with their devices.

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