V8 Sandbox Escape via Malicious HTML in Google Chrome

Publication date: 2026-08-06

Last updated on: 2026-08-06

Assigner: Chrome

Description

Inappropriate implementation in V8 in Google Chrome prior to 151.0.7922.109 allowed a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code inside a sandbox via a crafted HTML page. (Chromium security severity: High)

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Published

2026-08-06

Last Modified

2026-08-06

Generated

2026-08-07

AI Q&A

2026-08-07

EPSS Evaluated

N/A

NVD

CVE-2026-19150

Affected Vendors & Products

Vendor	Product	Version / Range
google	chrome	to 151.0.7922.109 (exc)

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Exploitability

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CWE ID	Description
CWE-UNKNOWN

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Executive Summary

This vulnerability is a flaw in Google Chrome's V8 JavaScript engine implementation. It allows a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code within a sandboxed environment by tricking a user into visiting a specially crafted HTML page. The issue stems from incorrect handling of certain operations in V8, enabling code execution beyond the intended sandbox restrictions.

Impact Analysis

If exploited, this vulnerability could allow an attacker to run malicious code on your device, potentially stealing sensitive data, installing malware, or taking control of your browser sessions. Since it bypasses sandbox protections, it increases the risk of serious compromise even if other security measures are in place.

Mitigation Strategies

Update Google Chrome to version 151.0.7922.109 or later to address the vulnerability.

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