CVE-2026-113200 Google CVE debrief

Who should care

Google Chrome users, particularly those with versions prior to 156.0.8078.47, should assess their exposure and apply the security update as necessary. This includes users of Google Chrome on various platforms, including Windows, macOS, and Linux. Additionally, security teams and vulnerability management teams should review the CVE record and NVD entry to understand the potential impact and implement necessary mitigations.

Why it matters

CVE-2026-113200 is a use-after-free vulnerability in ANGLE in Google Chrome prior to 156.0.8078.47. It allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code inside the sandbox via a crafted HTML page. Google Chrome users, particularly those with versions prior to 156.0.8078.47, should assess their exposure and apply the security update as necessary. The vulnerability has a Medium security severity according to Chromium.

• Remote attackers may execute arbitrary code inside the sandbox
• Successful exploitation requires user interaction via a crafted HTML page
• The vulnerability has a Medium security severity according to Chromium
• Verification of Google Chrome version and application of security updates are necessary

Technical summary

A use-after-free vulnerability exists in ANGLE in Google Chrome prior to 156.0.8078.47. This vulnerability could allow a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code inside the sandbox via a crafted HTML page, with a Medium security severity according to Chromium. The vulnerability is limited to Google Chrome and does not affect other products or platforms. Users should verify their Google Chrome version and apply security updates as necessary to prevent potential exploitation. The CVE record and NVD entry provide additional details on the vulnerability.

Defensive priority

Medium

Recommended defensive actions

• Assess exposure of Google Chrome installations to version 156.0.8078.47 and earlier
• Verify and apply the security update to Google Chrome
• Monitor Google Chrome for updates and apply them as necessary
• Review compensating controls for exposed systems while remediation is scheduled and verified
• Check relevant monitoring, detection, and logs for exposed assets that need extra review
• Track exceptions, retest remediated assets, and close the item only after evidence is documented
• Confirm whether affected product deployments exist in managed environments and assign an owner for follow-up

Evidence notes

The CVE record and NVD entry indicate a use-after-free vulnerability in ANGLE in Google Chrome prior to 156.0.8078.47. The Chromium security severity is Medium. Evidence is limited to CVE Program and NVD records, with no additional sources or claims. Defenders should verify Google Chrome version and apply security updates as necessary, while being aware of potential sandbox escapes.

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Methodology and review provenance

AI-assisted synthesis based on stored public vulnerability evidence. System validation, approval state, and publication status do not by themselves establish human review of this revision. PatchSiren helps prioritize defensive review and does not prove exposure or remediation on any system.