CVE-2026-9117
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Type Confusion in GFX in Google Chrome on Linux

Publication date: 2026-05-20

Last updated on: 2026-05-21

Assigner: Chrome

Description
Type Confusion in GFX in Google Chrome on Linux, ChromeOS prior to 148.0.7778.179 allowed a remote attacker who had compromised the renderer process to potentially perform a sandbox escape via a crafted video file. (Chromium security severity: High)
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Published
2026-05-20
Last Modified
2026-05-21
Generated
2026-06-10
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2026-05-20
EPSS Evaluated
2026-06-08
NVD
CVE-2026-9117
EUVD
EUVD-2026-31165
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Showing 1 associated CPE
Vendor Product Version / Range
google chrome to 148.0.7778.179 (exc)
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CWE ID Description
CWE-843 The product allocates or initializes a resource such as a pointer, object, or variable using one type, but it later accesses that resource using a type that is incompatible with the original type.
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Executive Summary

This vulnerability is a type confusion issue in the GFX component of Google Chrome on Linux and ChromeOS versions prior to 148.0.7778.179. It allows a remote attacker who has already compromised the renderer process to potentially escape the browser's sandbox by using a specially crafted video file.

Impact Analysis

If exploited, this vulnerability can allow an attacker to escape the sandbox environment of the browser, potentially gaining higher privileges on the affected system. This could lead to full system compromise, including unauthorized access to sensitive data, installation of malware, or further attacks on the system.

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