CVE-2026-11094
A critical vulnerability in Google Chrome on Windows allows a remote attacker who has already compromised the renderer process to potentially escape the browser sandbox by using a crafted HTML page. The flaw is a use‑after‑free bug in the codec handling code. It can lead to full system compromise if exploited.
An official fix is available, so this entry is kept for 30 days and then removed automatically.
Who is affected
Google Chrome on Windows, versions prior to 149.0.7827.53.
Real-world impact
An attacker who can trick a user into loading a malicious web page could escape the browser sandbox and run arbitrary code on the victim’s computer, potentially taking full control of the system.
Why this severity
The CVSS score of 9.6 reflects that the vulnerability is exploitable over the network, requires no special privileges, and can lead to complete compromise of confidentiality, integrity, and availability.
What to do about it
- 01Upgrade Google Chrome to version 149.0.7827.53 or later.
NVD-referenced vendor advisory
Timeline
- Jun 4, 2026 · Jun 4, 2026PublishedDisclosed and added to the National Vulnerability Database.
- Jul 23, 2026 · 12d agoAdvisory updatedThe NVD record was last revised.
- Jul 24, 2026 · 11d agoOfficial fix availableA vendor patch or mitigation now exists — see the remediation steps above.
How it’s attacked
References & advisories
- chromereleases.googleblog.com/2026/06/stable-channel-upda…vendor advisory
- issues.chromium.org/issues/500174874permissions required