CVE-2026-16424: Use after free in GPU
Chromium: CVE-2026-16424 Use after free in GPU
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 GPU in Google Chrome on Android prior to 150.0.7871.182 allowed a remote attacker who had compromised the renderer process to potentially perform a sandbox escape via a crafted HTML page. (Chromium security severity: High)
— MITRE
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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 150.0.7871.181 - Upgrade
Upgrade to a fixed release to a version that resolves this vulnerability.
Fixed in 150.0.4078.96 - Upgrade
Upgrade
Google Chrome on Android (Chromium-based)to a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 150.0.7871.182 - Compensating control
If possible, reduce exposure of the renderer process by preventing remote attackers from reaching the user’s browser session (e.g., use network filtering/controls to limit access to untrusted or attacker-controlled pages).
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Peer vulnerabilities
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2026-16424?
CVE-2026-16424 has a high severity rating due to the potential for a remote attacker to perform a sandbox escape.
How do I fix CVE-2026-16424?
To fix CVE-2026-16424, update Google Chrome for Android to version 150.0.7871.182 or later.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2026-16424?
CVE-2026-16424 is a use after free vulnerability affecting the GPU in Google Chrome on Android.
What impact does CVE-2026-16424 have?
CVE-2026-16424 could allow a remote attacker to escape the sandbox by exploiting a crafted HTML page.
In which versions of Google Chrome for Android is CVE-2026-16424 present?
CVE-2026-16424 is present in Google Chrome for Android versions prior to 150.0.7871.182.