CVE-2026-9938
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V8 Sandbox Escape via Malicious HTML in Google Chrome

Publication date: 2026-05-28

Last updated on: 2026-05-29

Assigner: Chrome

Description
Inappropriate implementation in V8 in Google Chrome prior to 148.0.7778.216 allowed a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code inside a sandbox via a crafted HTML page. (Chromium security severity: High)
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Published
2026-05-28
Last Modified
2026-05-29
Generated
2026-06-19
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2026-05-29
EPSS Evaluated
2026-06-18
NVD
CVE-2026-9938
EUVD
EUVD-2026-33080
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Showing 2 associated CPEs
Vendor Product Version / Range
google chrome to 148.0.7778.216 (exc)
google chrome to 148.0.7778.215 (exc)
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CWE ID Description
CWE-94 The product constructs all or part of a code segment using externally-influenced input from an upstream component, but it does not neutralize or incorrectly neutralizes special elements that could modify the syntax or behavior of the intended code segment.
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Executive Summary

This vulnerability is an inappropriate implementation in the V8 engine of Google Chrome versions prior to 148.0.7778.216. It allows a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code inside a sandbox by using a specially crafted HTML page.

Impact Analysis

The vulnerability can allow a remote attacker to run arbitrary code within the sandbox environment of the browser. This could potentially lead to unauthorized actions or compromise of the system's security within the constraints of the sandbox.

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