CVE-2026-7916
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Chrome Sandbox Escape via InterestGroups Data Validation Flaw

Publication date: 2026-05-06

Last updated on: 2026-05-08

Assigner: Chrome

Description
Insufficient data validation in InterestGroups in Google Chrome prior to 148.0.7778.96 allowed a remote attacker who had compromised the renderer process to potentially perform a sandbox escape via a crafted HTML page. (Chromium security severity: High)
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Published
2026-05-06
Last Modified
2026-05-08
Generated
2026-06-16
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2026-05-06
EPSS Evaluated
2026-06-15
NVD
CVE-2026-7916
EUVD
EUVD-2026-27935
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Vendor Product Version / Range
google chrome to 148.0.7778.96 (exc)
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CWE ID Description
CWE-20 The product receives input or data, but it does not validate or incorrectly validates that the input has the properties that are required to process the data safely and correctly.
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Executive Summary

This vulnerability is due to insufficient data validation in the InterestGroups feature of Google Chrome versions prior to 148.0.7778.96. It allows a remote attacker who has already compromised the renderer process to potentially escape the browser's sandbox by using a specially crafted HTML page.

Impact Analysis

If exploited, this vulnerability could allow an attacker to escape the sandbox environment of the browser, potentially gaining higher privileges on the affected system. This could lead to unauthorized access to system resources or further compromise of the device.

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