CVE-2026-11682
Google · Chrome
An inappropriate implementation in the Views component of Google Chrome on Linux allows for potential sandbox escapes.
Executive summary
An inappropriate implementation flaw in the Views component of Google Chrome on Linux creates a high-risk path for sandbox escape.
Vulnerability
This vulnerability is caused by an inappropriate implementation in the Views component. A remote attacker who has already achieved control over the renderer process can potentially escape the sandbox by serving a specially crafted HTML page.
Business impact
With a CVSS score of 8.3, this flaw poses a substantial risk to organizational security. Successful exploitation grants an attacker the ability to bypass the browser's primary security boundary, potentially leading to unauthorized access to the host system and the data contained therein.
Remediation
Immediate Action: Apply the vendor-provided update to Chrome version 149.0.7827.103 or higher.
Proactive Monitoring: Review logs for unusual browser activity or attempts to bypass security controls via malicious web content.
Compensating Controls: Use hardened browser configurations and ensure that all underlying OS security patches are applied to minimize the impact of a potential sandbox escape.
Exploitation status
Public Exploit Available: false
Analyst recommendation
The capability for an attacker to escape the browser sandbox is a critical security concern. Immediate deployment of the provided patch is strongly recommended to maintain the integrity of user workstations.