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Google Chrome Downloads Inappropriate Implementation Vulnerability Allowing Dangerous File Type Bypass on Windows

Vulnerability

A vulnerability exists in the Downloads component of Google Chrome on Windows, in versions prior to 144.0.7559.59. This issue allows remote attackers to bypass protections against dangerous file types by using a malicious file. The vulnerability arises from insufficient validation of untrusted input, enabling the exploitation of file type safeguards.

Impact

Exploitation of this vulnerability could lead to the unintentional download and execution of harmful files, potentially compromising the user's system.

Remediation

Users can update to Google Chrome version 144.0.7559.59 or later to address this vulnerability.

Added: Jan 20, 2026, 5:26 AM
Updated: Jan 20, 2026, 5:26 AM

Vulnerability Rating

Custom Algorithm
spread
8.4
impact
0.6
exploitability
3.8
remediation
7.7
relevance
2.2
threat
0.0
urgency
2.9
incentive
0.0

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