SEPTEMBER 17, 2026
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CVE-2026-17692

CRITICAL · CVSS 9.6 EPSS 0.49%

Source: NVD + CISA KEV + EPSS · Published 2026-07-30 · Last synced 2026-08-29

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A use-after-free vulnerability in the DataTransfer component of Google Chrome on Windows allows remote attackers to exploit a compromised renderer process, potentially leading to a sandbox escape through a specially crafted HTML page. This critical flaw (CVSS 9.6) poses significant risks to users, particularly those in environments where web applications are heavily utilized. Organizations using affected versions of Chrome should prioritize immediate updates to mitigate potential exploitation.

CVE
CVE-2026-17692
Severity
CRITICAL
CVSS
9.6
EPSS
0.49%
Windows Chrome

Original NVD Description

Use after free in DataTransfer in Google Chrome on Windows prior to 151.0.7922.72 allowed a remote attacker who had compromised the renderer process to potentially perform a sandbox escape via a crafted HTML page. (Chromium security severity: High)

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