CVE-2026-7973
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Integer Overflow in Google Chrome Dawn Sandbox Escape

Publication date: 2026-05-06

Last updated on: 2026-05-06

Assigner: Chrome

Description
Integer overflow in Dawn in Google Chrome on Windows prior to 148.0.7778.96 allowed a remote attacker to potentially perform a sandbox escape via a crafted HTML page. (Chromium security severity: Medium)

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Published
2026-05-06
Last Modified
2026-05-06
Generated
2026-07-06
AI Q&A
2026-05-06
EPSS Evaluated
2026-07-04
NVD
CVE-2026-7973
EUVD
EUVD-2026-28049

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Vendor Product Version / Range
google chrome to 148.0.7778.96 (exc)

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CWE ID Description
CWE-472 The web application does not sufficiently verify inputs that are assumed to be immutable but are actually externally controllable, such as hidden form fields.

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Executive Summary

This vulnerability is an integer overflow in the Dawn component of Google Chrome on Windows versions prior to 148.0.7778.96. It allows a remote attacker 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 break out of the browser's sandbox environment, potentially gaining higher privileges on the affected system. This could lead to unauthorized access or control over the system.

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