Google Chrome Privilege Escalation Vulnerability in DevTools on Android

Vulnerability

A vulnerability in the DevTools component of Google Chrome for Android, in versions prior to 148.0.7778.96, allowed local attackers to escalate privileges by exploiting insufficient policy enforcement. This exploitation involved the use of a malicious file.

Impact

Exploitation of this vulnerability could lead to unauthorized privilege escalation, allowing a local attacker to gain elevated rights or access within the application or system.

Remediation

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

Added: May 6, 2026, 8:42 PM
Updated: May 6, 2026, 8:42 PM

Vulnerability Rating

Custom Algorithm
spread
8.4
impact
7.5
exploitability
2.4
remediation
7.7
relevance
7.6
threat
0.0
urgency
2.9
incentive
0.0

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