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Google Chrome Downloads UI Spoofing Vulnerability on Mac

Vulnerability

A vulnerability in the Downloads component of Google Chrome for Mac, affecting versions prior to 148.0.7778.168, allowed an attacker to perform UI spoofing. This was achieved by convincing a user to install a malicious extension, which could then manipulate the user interface in a deceptive manner.

Impact

Exploitation of this vulnerability could lead to UI spoofing, causing users to be misled by manipulated interface elements.

Remediation

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

Added: May 14, 2026, 8:38 PM
Updated: May 14, 2026, 8:38 PM

Vulnerability Rating

Custom Algorithm
spread
8.4
impact
0.6
exploitability
3.8
remediation
7.7
relevance
8.3
threat
0.0
urgency
2.9
incentive
0.0

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