CVE-2026-17968
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Uninitialized Use in WebXR in Google Chrome on Android

Publication date: 2026-07-30

Last updated on: 2026-08-03

Assigner: Chrome

Description
Uninitialized Use in WebXR in Google Chrome on Android prior to 151.0.7922.72 allowed a remote attacker to obtain potentially sensitive information from process memory via a crafted HTML page. (Chromium security severity: Low)

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Published
2026-07-30
Last Modified
2026-08-03
Generated
2026-08-20
AI Q&A
2026-07-30
EPSS Evaluated
2026-08-18
NVD
CVE-2026-17968
EUVD
EUVD-2026-50894

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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 WebXR within Google Chrome on Android. It allows a remote attacker to access potentially sensitive information from process memory by tricking a user into visiting a crafted HTML page.

Detection Guidance

This vulnerability is specific to Google Chrome on Android versions prior to 151.0.7922.72. Detection involves checking the installed Chrome version. On Android, go to Settings > Apps > Chrome and verify the version number. If it is below 151.0.7922.72, the system is vulnerable.

Impact Analysis

An attacker could exploit this to steal sensitive data from your device's memory, such as passwords or personal information, if you visit a malicious webpage. This could lead to privacy breaches or identity theft.

Compliance Impact

This vulnerability may violate data protection regulations like GDPR or HIPAA by enabling unauthorized access to personal or sensitive data. Organizations using affected Chrome versions could face compliance violations and legal penalties.

Mitigation Strategies

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

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