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CVE-2026-79238

MEDIUM · CVSS 4.3 EPSS 0.21%

Source: NVD + CISA KEV + EPSS · Published 2026-08-25 · Last synced 2026-09-18

CyberRota Analysis

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A vulnerability in the ServiceWorker component of Google Chrome prior to version 152.0.7977.65 allows remote attackers to exploit incorrect authorization and bypass web origin policies through a specially crafted Chrome extension, potentially leading to unauthorized access to sensitive data. Organizations using affected versions of Chrome should prioritize updating to mitigate the risk of exploitation, particularly those with users who may encounter malicious extensions.

CVE
CVE-2026-79238
Severity
MEDIUM
CVSS
4.3
EPSS
0.21%
Chrome

Original NVD Description

Incorrect authorization in ServiceWorker in Google Chrome prior to 152.0.7977.65 allowed a remote attacker leveraging social engineering to bypass web origin policy via a crafted Chrome extension. (Chromium security severity: Medium)

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