CVE-2025-8577: Inappropriate implementation in Picture In Picture
Chromium: CVE-2025-8577 Inappropriate implementation in Picture In Picture
Other sources
Inappropriate implementation in Picture In Picture in Google Chrome prior to 139.0.7258.66 allowed a remote attacker who convinced a user to engage in specific UI gestures to perform UI spoofing via a crafted HTML page. (Chromium security severity: Medium)
— MITRE
Microsoft Edge (Chromium-based) ingests Chromium, which addresses this vulnerability. Please see Google Chrome Releases for more information.
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Remediation
Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.
- Upgrade
Upgrade to a fixed release to a version that resolves this vulnerability.
Fixed in 139.0.7258.66 - Upgrade
Upgrade
Google Chrometo a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 139.0.7258.66 - Compensating control
Apply the Google Chrome/Edge (Chromium-based) fix for CVE-2025-8577, since the issue can be triggered by convincing a user to engage in specific UI gestures via a crafted HTML page.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2025-8577?
The severity of CVE-2025-8577 is classified as Medium.
How do I fix CVE-2025-8577?
To fix CVE-2025-8577, update Google Chrome to version 139.0.7258.66 or later.
What does CVE-2025-8577 exploit?
CVE-2025-8577 exploits inappropriate implementation in Picture In Picture within Google Chrome.
Can CVE-2025-8577 lead to UI spoofing?
Yes, CVE-2025-8577 allows a remote attacker to perform UI spoofing through specific user gestures.
Which versions of Google Chrome are affected by CVE-2025-8577?
Google Chrome versions prior to 139.0.7258.66 are affected by CVE-2025-8577.