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9.6

Google Chrome Updater can run malicious code from local program

CVE-2026-110159 · published 3 days ago
Summary

The update component in Google Chrome (versions before 155.0.8059.79) does not properly verify who can use it. This allows someone with local access to run any code on the computer, bypassing Chrome’s security sandbox. Update Chrome to the latest version to close the gap.

What to do
  • Update google chrome to version 155.0.8059.79 or later.
Affected software
Ecosystem VendorProductAffected versions
– google chrome < 155.0.8059.79
Debian:12 debian chromium All versions
Original advisory text
Incorrect authorization in Updater in Google Chrome prior to 155.0.8059.79 allowed a local attacker to execute arbitrary code outside the sandbox via a local program. (Chromium security severity: H...
Incorrect authorization in Updater in Google Chrome prior to 155.0.8059.79 allowed a local attacker to execute arbitrary code outside the sandbox via a local program. (Chromium security severity: High)
References
Fix within
Internet-facing 14 days
Internal At next upgrade
  • Not known to be exploited
  • Needs hands-on effort to exploit
  • Gives an attacker full control
Severity
9.6 Critical
Exploitation
<1% chance of attack within 30 days
Type
CWE-863Incorrect Authorization
Timeline
Published13 Oct 2026
Updated15 Oct 2026
First seen13 Oct 2026
Sources
CVE-2026-110159 · NVD
CVE-2026-110159 · MITRE
DEBIAN-CVE-2026-110159 · OSV
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