CVE-2026-17744
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Chrome Linux File Input Sandbox Escape

Publication date: 2026-07-30

Last updated on: 2026-07-30

Assigner: Chrome

Description
Inappropriate implementation in File Input in Google Chrome on Linux prior to 151.0.7922.72 allowed a remote attacker to potentially perform a sandbox escape via a crafted HTML page. (Chromium security severity: Medium)

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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
N/A
NVD
CVE-2026-17744
EUVD
EUVD-2026-50694

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

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CWE-UNKNOWN

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Executive Summary

This vulnerability is a sandbox escape issue in Google Chrome on Linux versions before 151.0.7922.72. It involves an inappropriate implementation in the File Input feature that could allow a remote attacker to escape the browser's sandbox security restrictions by tricking a user into visiting a specially crafted HTML page.

Impact Analysis

If exploited, this vulnerability could allow an attacker to run malicious code outside the browser's sandbox, potentially gaining access to sensitive data or system resources on your device. This could lead to unauthorized data access, malware installation, or further compromise of your system.

Mitigation Strategies

Update Google Chrome on Linux to version 151.0.7922.72 or later to address the vulnerability.

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