CVE-2026-17996

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Inappropriate Implementation in Google Chrome on Mac Allows Navigation Bypass

Publication date: 2026-07-30

Last updated on: 2026-08-03

Assigner: Chrome

Description

Inappropriate implementation in Browser in Google Chrome on Mac prior to 151.0.7922.72 allowed a local attacker to bypass navigation restrictions via a malicious file. (Chromium security severity: Low)

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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-2026-17996

EUVD

EUVD-2026-50922

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-284	The product does not restrict or incorrectly restricts access to a resource from an unauthorized actor.

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Executive Summary

This vulnerability is an inappropriate implementation in Google Chrome's Browser on Mac. It allows a local attacker to bypass navigation restrictions by using a malicious file. The issue was fixed in Chrome version 151.0.7922.72.

Detection Guidance

This vulnerability is specific to Google Chrome on Mac and involves a local attacker bypassing navigation restrictions via a malicious file. Detection would require checking Chrome version and examining file access logs for suspicious activity. No direct commands are provided in the context.

Impact Analysis

If exploited, this vulnerability could allow an attacker with local access to bypass security restrictions in Chrome, potentially leading to unauthorized actions or access to sensitive data on the affected system.

Compliance Impact

This vulnerability does not directly affect compliance with GDPR, HIPAA, or similar standards as it involves a local attacker bypassing navigation restrictions on Google Chrome for Mac. There is no indication of data exposure or privacy violations that would impact regulatory compliance.

Mitigation Strategies

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

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