CVE-2026-5279: Object corruption in V8
Chromium: CVE-2026-5279 Object corruption in V8
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Object corruption in V8 in Google Chrome prior to 146.0.7680.178 allowed a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code inside a sandbox via a crafted HTML page. (Chromium security severity: High)
— NVD
This CVE was assigned by Chrome. Microsoft Edge (Chromium-based) ingests Chromium, which addresses this vulnerability. Please see Google Chrome Releases for more information.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2026-5279?
CVE-2026-5279 has a security severity rating of High.
How do I fix CVE-2026-5279?
To fix CVE-2026-5279, update Google Chrome to version 146.0.7680.178 or later.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2026-5279?
CVE-2026-5279 is an object corruption vulnerability in the V8 engine of Google Chrome.
Can CVE-2026-5279 lead to remote code execution?
Yes, CVE-2026-5279 allows a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code inside a sandbox via a crafted HTML page.
Which versions of Google Chrome are affected by CVE-2026-5279?
Google Chrome versions prior to 146.0.7680.178 are affected by CVE-2026-5279.