CVE-2026-106244

Modified Modified - Updated After Analysis

Incorrect Authorization Bypass in Google Chrome

Publication date: 2026-10-06

Last updated on: 2026-10-08

Assigner: Chrome

Description

Incorrect authorization in Permissions in Google Chrome prior to 155.0.8059.39 allowed a remote attacker to bypass system access restrictions via crafted network traffic. (Chromium security severity: Medium)

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Meta Information

Published

2026-10-06

Last Modified

2026-10-08

Generated

2026-10-19

AI Q&A

2026-10-07

EPSS Evaluated

2026-10-18

NVD

CVE-2026-106244

EUVD

EUVD-2026-93691

Affected Vendors & Products

Vendor	Product	Version / Range
google	chrome	to 155.0.8059.39 (exc)

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Exploitability

CWE

KEV

CWE ID	Description
CWE-863	The product performs an authorization check when an actor attempts to access a resource or perform an action, but it does not correctly perform the check.

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Executive Summary

This vulnerability involves incorrect authorization in the Permissions system of Google Chrome before version 155.0.8059.39. A remote attacker could exploit crafted network traffic to bypass system access restrictions, potentially gaining unauthorized access to sensitive features or data.

Detection Guidance

This vulnerability involves incorrect authorization in Google Chrome's Permissions feature. Detection primarily requires checking the installed Chrome version and monitoring for unusual permission requests or unauthorized access attempts. Since no specific detection commands are provided in the CVE details, focus on verifying Chrome updates and reviewing permission logs.

Impact Analysis

If exploited, this vulnerability could allow an attacker to bypass security controls, access restricted features, or steal sensitive information. Users could face data breaches, unauthorized actions, or compromised accounts if the attacker gains control.

Compliance Impact

This vulnerability could lead to unauthorized data access or exposure, violating GDPR (data protection) and HIPAA (health data privacy) requirements. Organizations may face legal penalties, fines, or reputational damage due to non-compliance from such security failures.

Mitigation Strategies

Update Google Chrome to version 155.0.8059.39 or later to address the incorrect authorization issue.

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