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CVE-2026-58284 Microsoft CVE debrief
CVE-2026-58284 is an improper authorization vulnerability in Microsoft Edge (Chromium-based) that allows an unauthorized attacker to execute code over a network. The vulnerability has a CVSS score of 8.3 and is classified as HIGH severity. This type of vulnerability can allow attackers to bypass security mechanisms and execute malicious code remotely. Users of Microsoft Edge (Chromium-based) should be aware of this vulnerability and take necessary precautions to protect themselves.
- Vendor
- Microsoft
- Product
- Microsoft Edge (Chromium-based)
- CVSS
- HIGH 8.3
- CISA KEV
- Not listed in stored evidence
- Original CVE published
- 2026-07-03
- Original CVE updated
- 2026-07-07
- Advisory published
- 2026-07-03
- Advisory updated
- 2026-07-07
Who should care
Users of Microsoft Edge (Chromium-based) should be aware of this vulnerability and take necessary precautions to protect themselves. This includes ensuring that Microsoft Edge (Chromium-based) is updated to the latest version and monitoring for any suspicious activity. Additionally, security teams should review the CVE record and vendor guidance to understand the affected scope and severity.
Technical summary
The vulnerability is caused by improper authorization in Microsoft Edge (Chromium-based), allowing an unauthorized attacker to execute code over a network. The CVSS vector for this vulnerability is CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:H/PR:N/UI:R/S:C/C:H/I:H/A:H. This vulnerability affects Microsoft Edge (Chromium-based) and can be exploited remotely.
Defensive priority
High priority should be given to patching this vulnerability, as it allows code execution over a network.
Recommended defensive actions
- Apply the patch provided by Microsoft
- Ensure that Microsoft Edge (Chromium-based) is updated to the latest version
- Monitor for any suspicious activity
- 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
Evidence notes
The CVE record was published on 2026-07-03T21:17:03.057Z and was last modified on 2026-07-07T05:16:54.207Z. The NVD entry is currently Analyzed. The vulnerability has a CVSS score of 8.3 and is classified as HIGH severity. Users should verify their systems and apply patches as necessary. The CVE record provides additional details on the vulnerability, including its CVSS vector.
Sources and references
Verified primary and authoritative sources
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CVE-2026-58284 CVE Program record
Publisher, destination, and source semantics verified
URL: https://www.cve.org/CVERecord?id=CVE-2026-58284
CVE Program - Official CVE Program record with source-provided CVE metadata.
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CVE-2026-58284 NVD vulnerability detail
Publisher, destination, and source semantics verified
URL: https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2026-58284
NIST National Vulnerability Database - Official NIST NVD detail page and source-specific vulnerability assessment.
Supplemental references
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Mitigation or vendor reference
Unverified legacy reference
URL: https://msrc.microsoft.com/update-guide/vulnerability/CVE-2026-58284
[email protected] - Vendor Advisory
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.