Vulnerability Description
Use after free in DevTools in Google Chrome prior to 151.0.7922.72 allowed an attacker who convinced a user to install a malicious extension to execute arbitrary code inside a sandbox via a crafted Chrome Extension. (Chromium security severity: Low)
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Chrome | < 151.0.7922.72 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://chromereleases.googleblog.com/2026/07/stable-channel-update-for-desktop_Release NotesVendor Advisory
- https://issues.chromium.org/issues/506193577Permissions Required
FAQ
What is CVE-2026-17898?
CVE-2026-17898 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.5 (HIGH). Use after free in DevTools in Google Chrome prior to 151.0.7922.72 allowed an attacker who convinced a user to install a malicious extension to execute arbitrary code inside a sandbox via a crafted Ch...
How severe is CVE-2026-17898?
CVE-2026-17898 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.5/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2026-17898?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Google Chrome.