CVE-2026-17707
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Uninitialized Use in Media in Google Chrome on Windows

Publication date: 2026-07-30

Last updated on: 2026-07-30

Assigner: Chrome

Description
Uninitialized Use in Media in Google Chrome on Windows prior to 151.0.7922.72 allowed a remote attacker who had compromised the renderer process to obtain potentially sensitive information from process memory 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-2026-17707
EUVD
EUVD-2026-50833

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

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CWE ID Description
CWE-457 The code uses a variable that has not been initialized, leading to unpredictable or unintended results.

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Executive Summary

This vulnerability involves an uninitialized use in the media component of Google Chrome on Windows. It allows a remote attacker who has already compromised the renderer process to access potentially sensitive information from the process memory by tricking the user into visiting a specially crafted HTML page.

Detection Guidance

This vulnerability is specific to Google Chrome versions prior to 151.0.7922.72. To detect it, check your Chrome version by running chrome://version/ in the browser address bar. If your version is below 151.0.7922.72, the system is vulnerable.

Impact Analysis

If exploited, this vulnerability could allow an attacker to steal sensitive data from your computer, such as passwords, personal files, or other confidential information stored in memory while using Chrome.

Compliance Impact

This vulnerability could lead to unauthorized access to personal or sensitive data, potentially violating GDPR and HIPAA compliance requirements. Organizations may face legal penalties or reputational damage if such breaches occur due to unpatched systems.

Mitigation Strategies

Update Google Chrome to version 151.0.7922.72 or later immediately. This can be done via the browser's built-in update mechanism or by downloading the latest version from Google's official site.

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