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CVE-2026-5895 Google CVE debrief
CVE-2026-5895 is a MEDIUM severity vulnerability in Google Chrome on iOS, allowing a remote attacker to spoof the contents of the Omnibox (URL bar) via a crafted domain name. The vulnerability is caused by incorrect security UI in Omnibox. It has a CVSS score of 5.4. The potential impact of URL spoofing can be significant, especially if attackers can deceive users into visiting malicious websites. Users should be aware of this vulnerability and take necessary precautions.
- Vendor
- Product
- Chrome
- CVSS
- MEDIUM 5.4
- CISA KEV
- Not listed in stored evidence
- Original CVE published
- 2026-04-08
- Original CVE updated
- 2026-07-24
- Advisory published
- 2026-04-08
- Advisory updated
- 2026-07-24
Who should care
Users of Google Chrome on iOS, particularly those who browse the internet on their iOS devices, should be aware of this vulnerability. Although the CVSS severity is MEDIUM, the potential impact of URL spoofing can be significant, especially if attackers can deceive users into visiting malicious websites. Operators, platform administrators, and security teams should prioritize patching and implement additional security measures.
Technical summary
The vulnerability exists in the Omnibox (URL bar) of Google Chrome on iOS versions prior to 147.0.7727.55. An attacker can exploit this vulnerability by crafting a domain name that spoofs the contents of the Omnibox, potentially leading to phishing attacks or other malicious activities. The CVSS vector for this vulnerability is CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:L/I:N/A:L. Defenders should focus on verifying the authenticity of websites and implementing additional security measures.
Defensive priority
The defensive priority for this vulnerability is moderate. While the CVSS severity is MEDIUM, the potential for user deception and subsequent malicious activity necessitates prompt attention.
Recommended defensive actions
- Update Google Chrome on iOS to version 147.0.7727.55 or later
- Users should exercise caution when browsing the internet and verify the authenticity of websites
- Implement additional security measures, such as using a reputable web filtering solution
- 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 was published on 2026-04-08T22:16:29.397Z and was last modified on 2026-07-24T08:10:00.150Z. The NVD entry is currently Analyzed. The vulnerability affects Google Chrome on iOS versions prior to 147.0.7727.55. Evidence of exploitation is not currently available, but defenders should verify the authenticity of websites and exercise caution when browsing the internet.
Official resources
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CVE-2026-5895 CVE record
CVE.org
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CVE-2026-5895 NVD detail
NVD
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Source item URL
nvd_modified
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Mitigation or vendor reference
[email protected] - Release Notes, Vendor Advisory
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Source reference
[email protected] - Issue Tracking, Permissions Required
AI-assisted PatchSiren debrief based on the supplied source corpus. The CVE record was published on 2026-04-08T22:16:29.397Z and has not been modified since then. The NVD entry is currently Analyzed.