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CVE-2026-79099 Google CVE debrief
AI-assisted PatchSiren debrief based on the supplied source corpus. The CVE record was published on 2026-08-25T21:18:05.447Z and has not been modified since then. The CVE-2026-79099 vulnerability is a medium severity issue in Google Chrome prior to version 152.0.7977.65, classified under CWE-862, with a CVSS score of 6.5. It allows remote attackers to bypass system access restrictions via a crafted HTML page. System administrators and users of Google Chrome, especially those in environments where access to sensitive resources is restricted, should be aware of this vulnerability. This includes IT teams responsible for managing Chrome deployments, security teams monitoring for potential threats, and end-users who may be impacted by the bypass of system access restrictions. Defenders should verify Chrome version deployments, review access controls, and monitor for suspicious activity. The NVD entry is currently Analyzed, but there may be additional context or affected systems not immediately apparent from the CVE or NVD entries alone.
- Vendor
- Product
- Chrome
- CVSS
- MEDIUM 6.5
- CISA KEV
- Not listed in stored evidence
- Original CVE published
- 2026-08-25
- Original CVE updated
- 2026-08-31
- Advisory published
- 2026-08-25
- Advisory updated
- 2026-08-31
Who should care
System administrators and users of Google Chrome, especially those in environments where access to sensitive resources is restricted, should be aware of this vulnerability. This includes IT teams responsible for managing Chrome deployments, security teams monitoring for potential threats, and end-users who may be impacted by the bypass of system access restrictions.
Technical summary
The CVE-2026-79099 vulnerability is a medium severity issue in Google Chrome prior to version 152.0.7977.65. It allows remote attackers to bypass system access restrictions via a crafted HTML page. The vulnerability is classified under CWE-862 and has a CVSS score of 6.5.
Defensive priority
Medium severity vulnerability in Google Chrome, requiring immediate attention to prevent potential system access restrictions bypass.
Recommended defensive actions
- Apply the latest Google Chrome update (version 152.0.7977.65 or later) to prevent potential system access restrictions bypass.
- Review and enforce strict access controls for sensitive resources.
- Monitor Google Chrome installations for compliance with the latest security updates.
Evidence notes
The CVE-2026-79099 record indicates a medium severity vulnerability in Google Chrome prior to version 152.0.7977.65, allowing remote attackers to bypass system access restrictions via a crafted HTML page. The NVD entry is currently Analyzed. However, there may be additional context or affected systems not immediately apparent from the CVE or NVD entries alone. Defenders should verify Chrome version deployments, review access controls, and monitor for suspicious activity.
Sources and references
Verified primary and authoritative sources
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CVE-2026-79099 CVE Program record
Publisher, destination, and source semantics verified
URL: https://www.cve.org/CVERecord?id=CVE-2026-79099
CVE Program - Official CVE Program record with source-provided CVE metadata.
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CVE-2026-79099 NVD vulnerability detail
Publisher, destination, and source semantics verified
URL: https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2026-79099
NIST National Vulnerability Database - Official NIST NVD detail page and source-specific vulnerability assessment.
Supplemental references
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Source reference
Unverified legacy reference
URL: https://chromereleases.googleblog.com/2026/08/stable-channel-update-for-desktop_0256176589.html
[email protected] - Release Notes, Vendor Advisory
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Source reference
Unverified legacy reference
URL: https://issues.chromium.org/issues/517608454
[email protected] - Permissions Required
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.