Google Chrome WebRTC Heap Buffer Overflow Vulnerability Allowing Arbitrary Code Execution

Vulnerability

A heap buffer overflow vulnerability has been identified in the WebRTC component of Google Chrome. This issue affects versions prior to 148.0.7778.179. The 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 a sandbox.

Remediation

Users can update to Google Chrome version 148.0.7778.179 or later to address this vulnerability.

Added: May 20, 2026, 8:30 PM
Updated: May 20, 2026, 8:30 PM

Vulnerability Rating

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spread
8.4
impact
7.5
exploitability
3.6
remediation
7.7
relevance
8.9
threat
0.0
urgency
2.9
incentive
0.0

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