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Google Chrome Use-After-Free Vulnerability in PDF Processing Allowing Arbitrary Code Execution

Vulnerability

A use-after-free vulnerability has been identified in the PDF handling component of Google Chrome. This issue affects versions prior to 148.0.7778.216. The vulnerability allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code within a sandboxed environment by using a crafted PDF file.

Impact

Exploitation of this vulnerability could lead to arbitrary code execution within the browser's sandbox, potentially allowing for unauthorized actions or access to resources on the user's system.

Remediation

Users can update to Google Chrome version 148.0.7778.216 or later to address this vulnerability.

Added: May 28, 2026, 11:46 PM
Updated: May 28, 2026, 11:46 PM

Vulnerability Rating

Custom Algorithm
spread
8.4
impact
5.6
exploitability
3.6
remediation
7.7
relevance
9.2
threat
0.0
urgency
2.9
incentive
0.0

Our algorithm analyzes dozens of metrics to generate these 8 key vulnerability categories, which are then combined to calculate the overall risk score.