CVE-2026-11170
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Remote Code Execution in Google Chrome on Linux

Publication date: 2026-06-04

Last updated on: 2026-06-08

Assigner: Chrome

Description
Inappropriate implementation in Chromoting in Google Chrome on Linux prior to 149.0.7827.53 allowed a remote attacker to perform OS-level privilege escalation via malicious network traffic. (Chromium security severity: Medium)
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Published
2026-06-04
Last Modified
2026-06-08
Generated
2026-06-25
AI Q&A
2026-06-05
EPSS Evaluated
2026-06-24
NVD
CVE-2026-11170
EUVD
EUVD-2026-34631
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Showing 1 associated CPE
Vendor Product Version / Range
google chrome to 149.0.7827.53 (exc)
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CWE ID Description
CWE-693 The product does not use or incorrectly uses a protection mechanism that provides sufficient defense against directed attacks against the product.
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Executive Summary

This vulnerability is an inappropriate implementation in the Chromoting component of Google Chrome on Linux systems prior to version 149.0.7827.53. It allows a remote attacker to escalate their privileges at the operating system level by sending malicious network traffic.

Impact Analysis

The vulnerability can allow a remote attacker to gain higher privileges on your Linux system through Google Chrome's Chromoting feature. This means the attacker could potentially execute actions with elevated permissions, leading to unauthorized access or control over your system.

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