Google Chrome Use-After-Free Vulnerability in FileSystem Allowing Sandbox Escape

Vulnerability

A use-after-free vulnerability has been identified in the FileSystem component of Google Chrome. This issue affects versions prior to 148.0.7778.168. The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to potentially escape the sandbox by convincing a user to perform specific UI gestures on a crafted HTML page.

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 148.0.7778.168 or later to address this vulnerability.

Added: May 14, 2026, 9:22 PM
Updated: May 14, 2026, 9:22 PM

Vulnerability Rating

Custom Algorithm
spread
8.4
impact
10.0
exploitability
3.6
remediation
7.7
relevance
8.3
threat
0.0
urgency
2.9
incentive
0.0

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