CVE-2026-17897

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Inappropriate ORB Implementation in Google Chrome Leads to Cross-Origin Data Leak

Publication date: 2026-07-30

Last updated on: 2026-08-03

Assigner: Chrome

Description

Inappropriate implementation in ORB in Google Chrome prior to 151.0.7922.72 allowed a remote attacker to leak cross-origin data via a crafted HTML page. (Chromium security severity: Medium)

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Published

2026-07-30

Last Modified

2026-08-03

Generated

2026-08-19

AI Q&A

2026-07-30

EPSS Evaluated

2026-08-18

NVD

CVE-2026-17897

EUVD

EUVD-2026-50646

Affected Vendors & Products

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

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Exploitability

CWE

KEV

CWE ID	Description
CWE-346	The product does not properly verify that the source of data or communication is valid.

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Executive Summary

This vulnerability is an inappropriate implementation in the ORB (Offscreen Rendering Buffer) of Google Chrome. It allowed a remote attacker to access and leak cross-origin data by tricking a user into visiting a specially crafted HTML page. The issue was present in Chrome versions before 151.0.7922.72.

Detection Guidance

This vulnerability is specific to Google Chrome prior to version 151.0.7922.72. Detection involves checking the installed Chrome version. Use commands like 'google-chrome --version' on Linux or check 'chrome://settings/help' in the browser. If the version is below 151.0.7922.72, the system is vulnerable.

Impact Analysis

This vulnerability could allow an attacker to steal sensitive information from other websites you visit, such as login credentials, personal data, or financial details, without your knowledge. It may also enable tracking of your browsing activity across different sites.

Compliance Impact

This vulnerability could lead to unauthorized access and leakage of personal data, violating GDPR and HIPAA requirements for data protection and confidentiality. Organizations using affected Chrome versions may face compliance violations and potential legal consequences.

Mitigation Strategies

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

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