CVE-2026-19171: Use After Free
Published Aug 6, 2026
·Updated
Use after free in Media in Google Chrome on Windows prior to 151.0.7922.109 allowed a remote attacker to potentially perform a sandbox escape via a crafted HTML page. (Chromium security severity: High)
Affected Software
1 affected component
Google Chrome for Windows<151.0.7922.109
Event History
Aug 6, 2026
CVE Published
via MITRE·08:33 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·08:33 PM
DescriptionWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·10:16 PM
DescriptionWeakness
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2026-19171?
The severity of CVE-2026-19171 is classified as High.
2
How do I fix CVE-2026-19171?
To fix CVE-2026-19171, ensure that you update Google Chrome to version 151.0.7922.109 or later.
3
What type of vulnerability is identified by CVE-2026-19171?
CVE-2026-19171 is identified as a Use After Free vulnerability in Media within Google Chrome.
4
What could a remote attacker potentially do with CVE-2026-19171?
A remote attacker could potentially perform a sandbox escape via a crafted HTML page due to CVE-2026-19171.
5
Which versions of Google Chrome are affected by CVE-2026-19171?
CVE-2026-19171 affects Google Chrome for Windows prior to version 151.0.7922.109.