CVE-2026-95274
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Improper Output Encoding in Google Chrome DevTools

Publication date: 2026-09-29

Last updated on: 2026-09-29

Assigner: Chrome

Description
Improper output encoding in DevTools in Google Chrome prior to 154.0.8037.57 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: High)

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Published
2026-09-29
Last Modified
2026-09-29
Generated
2026-09-29
AI Q&A
2026-09-29
EPSS Evaluated
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NVD
CVE-2026-95274
EUVD
EUVD-2026-89231

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Vendor Product Version / Range
google chrome to 154.0.8037.57 (exc)

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CWE ID Description
CWE-116 The product prepares a structured message for communication with another component, but encoding or escaping of the data is either missing or done incorrectly. As a result, the intended structure of the message is not preserved.

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Executive Summary

This vulnerability involves improper output encoding in Google Chrome's DevTools. A remote attacker who has already compromised the renderer process could exploit this to potentially execute arbitrary code outside the sandbox by tricking a user into visiting a specially crafted HTML page.

Impact Analysis

If you use an affected version of Chrome, an attacker could gain control over your system by exploiting this flaw. This could lead to data theft, installation of malware, or other malicious activities. Keeping Chrome updated is critical to mitigate this risk.

Mitigation Strategies

Update Google Chrome to version 154.0.8037.57 or later to address the vulnerability.

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