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Out-of-bounds write in V8 in Google Chrome

IdentifiersCVE-2026-4450CWE-787· Out-of-bounds Write

CVE-2026-4450 is a high-severity out-of-bounds write vulnerability in the V8 JavaScript engine used by Google Chrome. According to the provided content, affected Chrome versions are prior to 146.0.7680.153, and the issue can be triggered by a remote attacker via a crafted HTML page. The vulnerability results in heap corruption in V8, indicating that attacker-controlled script or page content can cause a write outside the bounds of an intended memory region during JavaScript processing.

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Successful exploitation can corrupt the V8 heap and may enable further memory corruption outcomes, including browser process compromise. The supporting content states that Chrome memory corruption vulnerabilities of this class may allow unauthenticated remote attackers to execute malicious code by luring a victim to a crafted webpage. At minimum, the bug can cause a crash or denial of service; in the worst case, it may be leveraged for remote code execution within the browser context.

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Until patches are deployed, reduce exposure by restricting use of untrusted websites and web content, especially in contexts where attacker-controlled HTML can be rendered. Standard browser hardening measures such as prompt browser updates, sandboxing, least-privilege execution, and limiting access to high-risk browsing environments may reduce risk, but no specific mitigation beyond patching is provided in the content.

Remediation

Patch, then assume compromise.

Update Google Chrome to version 146.0.7680.153 or later. The provided content indicates that Google fixed this issue in Chrome Stable 146.0.7680.153/154 for Windows and macOS and 146.0.7680.153 for Linux. Apply the corresponding Chromium or downstream browser vendor updates as they become available.
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