Google Chrome Heap Buffer Overflow Vulnerability in Codecs Allowing Arbitrary Code Execution

Vulnerability

A heap buffer overflow vulnerability has been identified in the Codecs component of Google Chrome. This issue affects versions prior to 148.0.7778.168. The vulnerability allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code within a sandboxed environment by using a crafted video file.

Impact

Exploitation of this vulnerability could lead to arbitrary code execution within the sandboxed environment of the browser.

Remediation

Users can update to Google Chrome version 148.0.7778.168 or later to address this vulnerability.

Added: May 14, 2026, 9:07 PM
Updated: May 14, 2026, 9:07 PM

Vulnerability Rating

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spread
8.4
impact
5.0
exploitability
3.8
remediation
7.7
relevance
8.3
threat
0.0
urgency
2.9
incentive
0.0

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