CVE-2026-79132

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Improper Input Validation in Google Chrome on Android

Publication date: 2026-08-25

Last updated on: 2026-08-27

Assigner: Chrome

Description

Improper input validation in Input in Google Chrome on on Android prior to 152.0.7977.65 allowed a remote attacker who had compromised the renderer process to potentially execute arbitrary code outside the sandbox via a crafted HTML page. (Chromium security severity: Medium)

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Published

2026-08-25

Last Modified

2026-08-27

Generated

2026-09-15

AI Q&A

2026-08-26

EPSS Evaluated

2026-09-13

NVD

CVE-2026-79132

Affected Vendors & Products

Vendor	Product	Version / Range
google	chrome	to 152.0.7977.65 (exc)

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Exploitability

CWE

KEV

CWE ID	Description
CWE-20	The product receives input or data, but it does not validate or incorrectly validates that the input has the properties that are required to process the data safely and correctly.

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Executive Summary

This vulnerability is an improper input validation issue in Google Chrome on Android. It allows a remote attacker who has already compromised the renderer process to potentially execute arbitrary code outside the sandbox by tricking a user into visiting a specially crafted HTML page.

Detection Guidance

This vulnerability is specific to Google Chrome on Android versions prior to 152.0.7977.65. Detection involves checking the installed Chrome version. On Android, go to Settings > Apps > Chrome and verify the version number. If it is below 152.0.7977.65, the system is vulnerable.

Impact Analysis

If you use Google Chrome on Android, an attacker could exploit this to run malicious code on your device, potentially stealing data, installing malware, or taking control of your device. This requires the attacker to first compromise the browser's renderer process.

Compliance Impact

This vulnerability does not directly specify impacts on compliance with GDPR, HIPAA, or other standards. However, improper input validation leading to arbitrary code execution outside the sandbox could potentially compromise data confidentiality and integrity, which are key requirements under GDPR and HIPAA. Organizations should assess the risk based on their specific use of Chrome and data handling practices.

Mitigation Strategies

Update Google Chrome on Android to version 152.0.7977.65 or later to address the vulnerability.

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