CVE-2026-17663
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GPU Sandbox Escape in Google Chrome for Android

Publication date: 2026-07-30

Last updated on: 2026-07-30

Assigner: Chrome

Description
Insufficient validation of untrusted input in GPU in Google Chrome on Android prior to 151.0.7922.72 allowed a remote attacker who had compromised the renderer process to potentially perform a sandbox escape via a crafted HTML page. (Chromium security severity: High)

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Published
2026-07-30
Last Modified
2026-07-30
Generated
2026-07-30
AI Q&A
2026-07-30
EPSS Evaluated
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NVD
CVE-2026-17663
EUVD
EUVD-2026-50789

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Vendor Product Version / Range
google chrome to 151.0.7922.72 (exc)

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CWE ID Description
CWE-20 The product receives input or data, but it does not validate or incorrectly validates that the input has the properties that are required to process the data safely and correctly.

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Executive Summary

This vulnerability is a sandbox escape issue in Google Chrome on Android. It occurs due to insufficient validation of untrusted input in the GPU component. A remote attacker who has already compromised the renderer process could exploit this by crafting a malicious HTML page to potentially escape the sandbox and gain higher privileges.

Detection Guidance

This vulnerability is specific to Google Chrome on Android and requires checking the installed version. Run 'dumpsys package com.android.chrome | grep version' on Android to verify if Chrome is below 151.0.7922.72. If so, the system is vulnerable.

Impact Analysis

If exploited, this vulnerability could allow an attacker to break out of the browser's sandbox, potentially gaining access to system resources or data beyond what the browser should permit. This could lead to unauthorized data access, malware execution, or further compromise of the device.

Mitigation Strategies

Update Google Chrome on Android to version 151.0.7922.72 or later immediately. Disable automatic updates temporarily if needed, but prioritize patching to prevent exploitation.

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