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CVE-2026-113001 Google CVE debrief
A use-after-free vulnerability in Google Chrome's Workers feature allowed remote attackers to execute arbitrary code within the sandbox via a crafted HTML page. This issue was addressed in Chrome version 156.0.8078.47. The vulnerability was reported by external researchers and patched promptly by Google, highlighting the importance of keeping Chrome up to date to mitigate potential threats. Defenders should review their Chrome deployments and ensure they are updated to the latest version.
- Vendor
- Product
- Chrome
- CVSS
- Unknown
- CISA KEV
- Not listed in stored evidence
- Original CVE published
- 2026-10-20
- Original CVE updated
- 2026-10-20
- Advisory published
- 2026-10-20
- Advisory updated
- 2026-10-20
Who should care
Defenders responsible for managing Google Chrome deployments should assess exposure and prioritize updating to the latest version to mitigate this vulnerability. This includes IT teams, security teams, and anyone responsible for ensuring the security of Chrome deployments within their organization. Additionally, developers who work with HTML pages and Chrome extensions should be aware of the potential risks and take steps to mitigate them.
Why it matters
CVE-2026-113001 is a use-after-free vulnerability in Google Chrome's Workers feature that allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code within the sandbox. Defenders should prioritize verifying and updating Google Chrome to version 156.0.8078.47 or later to mitigate this vulnerability.
- Remote code execution within the sandbox
- Potential for crafted HTML pages to exploit the vulnerability
- Need for verification and updates to Google Chrome
Technical summary
The CVE-2026-113001 vulnerability involves a use-after-free issue in Google Chrome's Workers feature. This allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code within the sandbox by providing a crafted HTML page. The issue was addressed in Chrome version 156.0.8078.47. The vulnerability was reported by external researchers and patched promptly by Google. Defenders should prioritize verifying and updating Google Chrome to version 156.0.8078.47 or later to mitigate this vulnerability. The technical details of the vulnerability are limited, but it is clear that the issue is serious and requires immediate attention.
Defensive priority
Defenders should prioritize verifying and updating Google Chrome to version 156.0.8078.47 or later to mitigate this vulnerability.
Recommended defensive actions
- Verify and update Google Chrome to version 156.0.8078.47 or later
- Review and implement secure coding practices for HTML page handling
- Monitor for suspicious activity related to crafted HTML pages
- Confirm whether affected product deployments exist in managed environments and assign an owner for follow-up
- Review the supplied official advisory or CVE record to validate affected scope, severity, and vendor guidance
- Plan vendor-supported updates or mitigations through normal change control where exposure is confirmed
- Check relevant monitoring, detection, and logs for exposed assets that need extra review
Evidence notes
The CVE record and source item provide details on the vulnerability, including its description, affected versions, and references to official advisories. The issue was reported by external researchers and patched promptly by Google. The CVE record was published on 2026-10-20T21:02:24.733Z and has not been modified since then. The source item provides additional context on the vulnerability and its impact.
Sources and references
Verified primary and authoritative sources
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CVE-2026-113001 CVE Program record
Publisher, destination, and source semantics verified
URL: https://www.cve.org/CVERecord?id=CVE-2026-113001
CVE Program - Official CVE Program record with source-provided CVE metadata.
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CVE-2026-113001 NVD vulnerability detail
Publisher, destination, and source semantics verified
URL: https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2026-113001
NIST National Vulnerability Database - Official NIST NVD detail page and source-specific vulnerability assessment.
Supplemental references
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CVE-2026-113001
Unverified legacy reference
URL: https://raw.githubusercontent.com/CVEProject/cvelistV5/main/cves/2026/113xxx/CVE-2026-113001.json
cve_program_cvelist_v5
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Source reference
Unverified legacy reference
URL: https://chromereleases.googleblog.com/2026/10/stable-channel-update-for-desktop_02018666648.html
Supplemental source
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Source reference
Unverified legacy reference
URL: https://issues.chromium.org/issues/553144392
Supplemental source
Methodology and review provenance
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