Description
Improper input validation in Desktop in Google Chrome prior to 155.0.8059.84 allowed a remote attacker to potentially execute arbitrary code outside the sandbox via a crafted HTML page. (Chromium security severity: Medium)
Published: 2026-10-15
Score: n/a
EPSS: < 1% Very Low
KEV: No
Impact: Remote Code Execution
Action: Immediate Patch
AI Analysis

Impact

An input‑validation flaw in Chrome's desktop component allows a remote attacker to craft an HTML page that can execute arbitrary code outside the browser sandbox. The flaw is a classic CWE‑20 Boundary Error that, if exploited, gives the attacker full access to the host system, including reading, writing, and process execution, leading to complete compromise of the user’s machine.

Affected Systems

The vulnerability exists in Google Chrome Desktop versions older than 155.0.8059.84 on all supported operating systems. Any machine running one of these versions and accessing a maliciously constructed web page is susceptible.

Risk and Exploitability

Chromium rates this issue as Medium severity. No CVSS score is published, and the EPSS value is unavailable. The vulnerability is not listed in the CISA KEV catalog, suggesting it has not yet been widely exploited in the wild. However, the attack vector requires the user to open or view a crafted HTML page, making phishing a likely delivery mechanism. Given the potential to escape the sandbox, the risk is moderate to high for exposed systems.

Generated by OpenCVE AI on October 16, 2026 at 14:28 UTC.

Remediation

No solution or workaround provided in the CVE record.

OpenCVE Recommended Actions

  • Upgrade Chrome to version 155.0.8059.84 or later.
  • If an update is not immediately possible, restrict access to untrusted web content by disabling scripting or applying a whitelist policy.
  • Ensure Chrome’s built‑in sandboxing features remain enabled.
  • Use reputable anti‑phishing tools and monitor for suspicious web pages.

Generated by OpenCVE AI on October 16, 2026 at 14:28 UTC.

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History

Fri, 16 Oct 2026 14:00:00 +0000

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Title Remote Code Execution via Improper Input Validation in Chrome

Fri, 16 Oct 2026 08:00:00 +0000

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Title Remote Code Execution via Improper Input Validation in Chrome

Thu, 15 Oct 2026 22:15:00 +0000

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Description Improper input validation in Desktop in Google Chrome prior to 155.0.8059.84 allowed a remote attacker to potentially execute arbitrary code outside the sandbox via a crafted HTML page. (Chromium security severity: Medium)
Weaknesses CWE-20
References

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cve-icon MITRE

Status: PUBLISHED

Assigner: Chrome

Published:

Updated: 2026-10-16T03:57:24.303Z

Reserved: 2026-10-15T04:31:41.302Z

Link: CVE-2026-110916

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Status : Awaiting Analysis

Published: 2026-10-15T22:19:26.943

Modified: 2026-10-16T14:48:54.547

Link: CVE-2026-110916

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Updated: 2026-10-16T14:30:13Z

Weaknesses
  • CWE-20

    Improper Input Validation