CVE-2026-7348: Use after free in Codecs
Chromium: CVE-2026-7348 Use after free in Codecs
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 Codecs in Google Chrome prior to 147.0.7727.138 allowed a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code inside a sandbox via a crafted HTML page. (Chromium security severity: High)
— NVD
Credit
Affected Software
Remediation
Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.
- Upgrade
Upgrade
Chromium (Google Chrome/Chromium-based, used by Edge)to a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 147.0.7727.138 - Compensating control
Mitigate exploitation by preventing untrusted content from being rendered in the browser until the Chromium/Chrome fix (147.0.7727.138 or later) is applied.
Event History
Peer vulnerabilities
Found alongside the following vulnerabilities.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2026-7348?
The severity of CVE-2026-7348 is classified as High according to Chromium security metrics.
How do I fix CVE-2026-7348?
To fix CVE-2026-7348, update Google Chrome to version 147.0.7727.138 or later.
What type of attack does CVE-2026-7348 enable?
CVE-2026-7348 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-2026-7348?
Google Chrome versions prior to 147.0.7727.138 are affected by CVE-2026-7348.
Is there a known exploitation method for CVE-2026-7348?
Yes, CVE-2026-7348 is known to be exploitable through a specially crafted HTML page.