CVE-2026-7994
Inappropriate Chromoting Implementation in Google Chrome on Windows
Publication date: 2026-05-06
Last updated on: 2026-05-06
Assigner: Chrome
Description
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Affected Vendors & Products
| Vendor | Product | Version / Range |
|---|---|---|
| chrome | to 148.0.7778.96 (exc) |
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Exploitability
| CWE ID | Description |
|---|---|
| CWE-269 | The product does not properly assign, modify, track, or check privileges for an actor, creating an unintended sphere of control for that actor. |
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AI Powered Q&A
Can you explain this vulnerability to me?
This vulnerability is an inappropriate implementation in the Chromoting component of Google Chrome on Windows versions prior to 148.0.7778.96. It allows a local attacker to escalate their privileges at the operating system level by using a malicious file.
How can this vulnerability impact me? :
The vulnerability can allow a local attacker to gain higher privileges on the affected Windows system. This means the attacker could potentially execute actions with elevated permissions, which could lead to unauthorized access, modification, or control over system resources.
What immediate steps should I take to mitigate this vulnerability?
To mitigate this vulnerability, update Google Chrome on Windows to version 148.0.7778.96 or later, as the issue affects versions prior to this.