CVE-2026-7979
Modified Modified - Updated After Analysis
Inappropriate Implementation in Google Chrome Media Leak

Publication date: 2026-05-06

Last updated on: 2026-05-12

Assigner: Chrome

Description
Inappropriate implementation in Media in Google Chrome prior to 148.0.7778.96 allowed a remote attacker to leak cross-origin data via a crafted HTML page. (Chromium security severity: Medium)
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Published
2026-05-06
Last Modified
2026-05-12
Generated
2026-06-16
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2026-05-06
EPSS Evaluated
2026-06-14
NVD
CVE-2026-7979
EUVD
EUVD-2026-28061
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Vendor Product Version / Range
google chrome to 148.0.7778.96 (exc)
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CWE-346 The product does not properly verify that the source of data or communication is valid.
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Impact Analysis

An attacker exploiting this vulnerability could gain access to data from other origins that should normally be protected, potentially leading to unauthorized disclosure of sensitive information.

Executive Summary

This vulnerability is an inappropriate implementation in the Media component of Google Chrome versions prior to 148.0.7778.96. It allows a remote attacker to leak cross-origin data by using a specially crafted HTML page.

Compliance Impact

This vulnerability allows a remote attacker to leak cross-origin data via a crafted HTML page, which could potentially lead to unauthorized disclosure of sensitive information.

Such unauthorized data leakage may impact compliance with data protection regulations like GDPR and HIPAA, which require safeguarding personal and sensitive information against unauthorized access or disclosure.

However, the CVE description does not provide specific details on the types of data affected or the extent of the impact on compliance.

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