Google Chrome Audio Component Use-After-Free Vulnerability on Mac

Vulnerability

A use-after-free vulnerability has been identified in the audio component of Google Chrome on Mac, affecting versions prior to 148.0.7778.96. This vulnerability allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code within a sandboxed environment by using a crafted HTML page.

Impact

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

Remediation

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

Added: May 6, 2026, 7:42 PM
Updated: May 6, 2026, 7:42 PM

Vulnerability Rating

Custom Algorithm
spread
8.4
impact
7.5
exploitability
3.3
remediation
7.7
relevance
7.6
threat
0.0
urgency
2.9
incentive
0.0

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