CVE-2026-7994
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Inappropriate Chromoting Implementation in Google Chrome on Windows

Publication date: 2026-05-06

Last updated on: 2026-05-06

Assigner: Chrome

Description
Inappropriate implementation in Chromoting in Google Chrome on Windows prior to 148.0.7778.96 allowed a local attacker to perform OS-level privilege escalation via a malicious file. (Chromium security severity: Medium)
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Published
2026-05-06
Last Modified
2026-05-06
Generated
2026-06-16
AI Q&A
2026-05-06
EPSS Evaluated
2026-06-14
NVD
CVE-2026-7994
EUVD
EUVD-2026-28091
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Vendor Product Version / Range
google chrome to 148.0.7778.96 (exc)
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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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Executive Summary

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.

Impact Analysis

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.

Mitigation Strategies

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.

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