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CVE-2026-79127 Google CVE debrief

AI-assisted PatchSiren debrief based on the supplied source corpus. The CVE record was published on 2026-08-25T21:18:07.873Z and has not been modified since then. The vulnerability, CVE-2026-79127, is an out-of-bounds write issue in the ANGLE (Almost Native Graphics Layer Engine) component of Google Chrome. This vulnerability exists in versions prior to 152.0.7977.65 and allows a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code outside the sandbox by providing a crafted HTML page. The issue is rated with a CVSS score of 8.8, indicating a high severity level. The vulnerability was publicly disclosed on August 25, 2026, and there have been no modifications to the CVE record since its publication. Administrators and users of Google Chrome, especially those in environments where remote code execution could have significant impacts, should prioritize applying the necessary patches to mitigate this vulnerability.

Vendor
Google
Product
Chrome
CVSS
HIGH 8.8
CISA KEV
Not listed in stored evidence
Original CVE published
2026-08-25
Original CVE updated
2026-08-26
Advisory published
2026-08-25
Advisory updated
2026-08-26

Who should care

Administrators and users of Google Chrome, especially those in environments where remote code execution could have significant impacts, should prioritize applying the necessary patches to mitigate this vulnerability.

Technical summary

The vulnerability, CVE-2026-79127, is an out-of-bounds write issue in the ANGLE (Almost Native Graphics Layer Engine) component of Google Chrome. This vulnerability exists in versions prior to 152.0.7977.65 and allows a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code outside the sandbox by providing a crafted HTML page. The issue is rated with a CVSS score of 8.8, indicating a high severity level. The vulnerability was publicly disclosed on August 25, 2026, and there have been no modifications to the CVE record since its publication.

Defensive priority

Medium severity vulnerability in Google Chrome, requiring immediate attention due to potential for arbitrary code execution.

Recommended defensive actions

  • Apply the official patch for Google Chrome version 152.0.7977.65 or later.
  • Ensure all users are updated to the latest version of Google Chrome.
  • Monitor for any suspicious activity related to crafted HTML pages.
  • Implement additional security measures such as sandboxing and input validation.

Evidence notes

The CVE-2026-79127 record indicates an out-of-bounds write vulnerability in ANGLE within Google Chrome prior to version 152.0.7977.65. This vulnerability could allow a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code outside the sandbox via a crafted HTML page. The Chromium security severity is rated as Medium, with a CVSS score of 8.8, classified as HIGH severity.

Sources and references

Verified primary and authoritative sources

  • CVE-2026-79127 CVE Program record

    Publisher, destination, and source semantics verified

    URL: https://www.cve.org/CVERecord?id=CVE-2026-79127

    CVE Program - Official CVE Program record with source-provided CVE metadata.

  • CVE-2026-79127 NVD vulnerability detail

    Publisher, destination, and source semantics verified

    URL: https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2026-79127

    NIST National Vulnerability Database - Official NIST NVD detail page and source-specific vulnerability assessment.

Supplemental references

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.