Google Chrome Media Sandbox Escape Vulnerability on Android

Vulnerability

A vulnerability in Google Chrome for Android, prior to version 148.0.7778.96, allowed a remote attacker to potentially escape the sandbox by exploiting insufficient validation of untrusted input in the Media component. This was achieved through a crafted HTML page that compromised the renderer process.

Impact

Exploitation of this vulnerability could lead to a sandbox escape, allowing unauthorized access to system resources or capabilities that are normally restricted.

Remediation

Users can update to Google Chrome version 148.0.7778.96 or later to address this vulnerability.

Added: May 6, 2026, 8:46 PM
Updated: May 6, 2026, 8:46 PM

Vulnerability Rating

Custom Algorithm
spread
8.4
impact
10.0
exploitability
3.3
remediation
7.7
relevance
7.6
threat
0.0
urgency
2.9
incentive
0.0

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