Google Chrome Use-After-Free Vulnerability in Views Allowing Arbitrary Code Execution

Vulnerability

A use-after-free vulnerability has been identified in the Views component of Google Chrome, affecting versions prior to 148.0.7778.96. This vulnerability allows an attacker to execute arbitrary code by convincing a user to install a malicious extension.

Impact

Exploitation of this vulnerability could lead to arbitrary code execution within the context of the user.

Remediation

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

Added: May 6, 2026, 8:02 PM
Updated: May 6, 2026, 8:02 PM

Vulnerability Rating

Custom Algorithm
spread
8.4
impact
7.5
exploitability
3.6
remediation
7.7
relevance
7.6
threat
0.0
urgency
2.9
incentive
0.0

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