CVE-2026-106285
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UI Misrepresentation in Google Chrome WebAppInstalls

Publication date: 2026-10-06

Last updated on: 2026-10-06

Assigner: Chrome

Description
UI misrepresentation in WebAppInstalls in Google Chrome prior to 155.0.8059.39 allowed a remote attacker leveraging social engineering to bypass system access restrictions via a crafted HTML page. (Chromium security severity: Low)

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Published
2026-10-06
Last Modified
2026-10-06
Generated
2026-10-06
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2026-10-06
EPSS Evaluated
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NVD
CVE-2026-106285
EUVD
EUVD-2026-93617

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Vendor Product Version / Range
Google Chrome 155.0.8059.39

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CWE ID Description
CWE-451 The user interface (UI) does not properly represent critical information to the user, allowing the information - or its source - to be obscured or spoofed. This is often a component in phishing attacks.

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Executive Summary

This vulnerability involves a UI misrepresentation in WebAppInstalls in Google Chrome before version 155.0.8059.39. A remote attacker could trick users into bypassing system access restrictions by displaying a misleading interface on a crafted HTML page.

Detection Guidance

Detection of this vulnerability requires checking the installed version of Google Chrome. If your version is prior to 155.0.8059.39, the system is vulnerable. Commands like 'google-chrome --version' or checking via package manager (e.g., 'apt list --installed | grep chrome') can help verify the version.

Impact Analysis

An attacker could exploit this to deceive users into granting unintended permissions or actions, potentially leading to unauthorized system access or data exposure. The impact is limited due to the low severity rating.

Mitigation Strategies

Immediately update Google Chrome to version 155.0.8059.39 or later. This can be done via the browser's built-in update mechanism or through your system's package manager (e.g., 'sudo apt update && sudo apt upgrade google-chrome-stable').

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