CVE-2026-13037: Use after free in WebView
Chromium: CVE-2026-13037 Use after free in WebView
Other sources
This CVE was assigned by Chrome. Microsoft Edge (Chromium-based) ingests Chromium, which addresses this vulnerability. Please see Google Chrome Releases for more information.
— Microsoft
Use after free in WebView in Google Chrome on Android prior to 149.0.7827.197 allowed a local attacker to execute arbitrary code inside a sandbox via a crafted HTML page. (Chromium security severity: High)
— NVD
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Affected Software
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 149.0.7827.196 - Upgrade
Upgrade to a fixed release to a version that resolves this vulnerability.
Fixed in 149.0.4022.96 - Upgrade
Upgrade
Chromium (via Microsoft Edge Chromium-based) / Google Chrome on Androidto a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 149.0.7827.197 - Compensating control
On affected systems (Chromium/WebView on Android), limit exposure to attacker-controlled HTML content until updating past 149.0.7827.197, since exploitation occurs via a crafted HTML page.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2026-13037?
The severity of CVE-2026-13037 is rated as high, with a CVSS score of 7.8.
How do I fix CVE-2026-13037?
To fix CVE-2026-13037, ensure that you update Google Chrome on Android to version 149.0.7827.197 or later.
What is CVE-2026-13037?
CVE-2026-13037 is a use after free vulnerability in WebView in Google Chrome on Android, allowing local attackers to execute arbitrary code.
What types of attacks does CVE-2026-13037 allow?
CVE-2026-13037 allows a local attacker to execute arbitrary code inside a sandbox via a crafted HTML page.
Which versions of Google Chrome are affected by CVE-2026-13037?
Google Chrome on Android prior to version 149.0.7827.197 is affected by CVE-2026-13037.