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CVE-2026-113344 Google CVE debrief
A use-after-free vulnerability in Google Chrome's Performance component prior to version 156.0.8078.47 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code within the sandbox via a crafted HTML page. This issue, classified as Medium severity by Chromium, was reported through the Chromium bug bounty program. The vulnerability affects Google Chrome deployments, particularly in environments where remote exploitation is a concern. Defenders should assess exposure and apply patches to prevent potential exploitation. IT and security teams managing browser updates, as well as developers using Chrome for testing or production environments, should prioritize patching.
- 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 Google Chrome deployments, particularly in environments where remote exploitation is a concern, should assess exposure and apply patches. This includes IT and security teams managing browser updates, as well as developers using Chrome for testing or production environments.
Why it matters
CVE-2026-113344 is a use-after-free vulnerability in Google Chrome's Performance component that allows remote code execution within the sandbox. Defenders should assess exposure, apply patches, and update incident response plans to address potential exploitation and sandbox escape scenarios. The vulnerability's Medium severity and potential impact on Chrome deployments require prompt attention from IT and security teams.
- Remote code execution within the sandbox requires verification of Chrome version and exposure.
- Defenders must assess and patch vulnerable Chrome deployments to prevent potential exploitation.
- Incident response plans should be updated to address potential sandbox escape scenarios.
- Verification of Chrome version and exposure is necessary to determine defensive priority.
Technical summary
The CVE-2026-113344 vulnerability is a use-after-free issue in the Performance component of Google Chrome prior to version 156.0.8078.47. This vulnerability can be exploited by a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code within the sandbox via a crafted HTML page. The issue is classified as Medium severity by Chromium. The vulnerability affects Google Chrome deployments, and defenders should assess exposure and apply patches to prevent potential exploitation. The vulnerability was reported through the Chromium bug bounty program, and its details are provided in the CVE record and associated source item.
Defensive priority
Defenders should prioritize assessing exposure and applying patches for Google Chrome versions prior to 156.0.8078.47, as this vulnerability allows remote code execution within the sandbox.
Recommended defensive actions
- Assess exposure of Google Chrome deployments to this vulnerability.
- Verify and apply patches for Google Chrome to version 156.0.8078.47 or later.
- Monitor for potential exploitation attempts targeting this vulnerability.
- Review and update incident response plans to address potential sandbox escapes.
- 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.
Evidence notes
The CVE record and associated source item provide details on the vulnerability, including its existence in Chrome versions prior to 156.0.8078.47 and the potential for remote code execution within the sandbox.
Sources and references
Verified primary and authoritative sources
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CVE-2026-113344 CVE Program record
Publisher, destination, and source semantics verified
URL: https://www.cve.org/CVERecord?id=CVE-2026-113344
CVE Program - Official CVE Program record with source-provided CVE metadata.
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CVE-2026-113344 NVD vulnerability detail
Publisher, destination, and source semantics verified
URL: https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2026-113344
NIST National Vulnerability Database - Official NIST NVD detail page and source-specific vulnerability assessment.
Supplemental references
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CVE-2026-113344
Unverified legacy reference
URL: https://raw.githubusercontent.com/CVEProject/cvelistV5/main/cves/2026/113xxx/CVE-2026-113344.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/561926123
Supplemental source
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.