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CVE-2026-9945

Google Chrome - Media

Google CVSS 8.8 Updated May 29, 2026

Executive Risk Summary

"A use-after-free vulnerability in Google Chrome's Media component allows a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code inside a sandbox via a crafted HTML page. This vulnerability affects Google Chrome on Windows prior to version 148.0.7778.216."

Anticipated Attack Path

  1. 1. Step 1: Crafted HTML page is delivered to the victim's browser
  2. 2. Step 2: Use-after-free vulnerability is triggered in the Media component
  3. 3. Step 3: Arbitrary code is executed inside the sandbox

Am I Vulnerable?

  • Verify Google Chrome version is 148.0.7778.216 or later
  • Check for any suspicious HTML pages or scripts
  • Monitor system logs for signs of arbitrary code execution

Operational Audit Arsenal

Target Type Process
Target Asset chrome.exe
Standard Path C:\Program Files\Google\Chrome\Application\chrome.exe

Manual Verification Required

This is a non-Windows asset (Google). Use the target asset details and official path provided above to verify your current version against the official vendor advisories listed below.

Patch Impact Forecast

Reboot Required Unlikely

Minimal, as the patch only updates the Google Chrome browser

Internal Work Notes

High-severity vulnerability in Google Chrome's Media component, patch to version 148.0.7778.216 or later to prevent arbitrary code execution inside a sandbox.

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