CVE-2026-79177
Description
A flaw was found in the Media component of Google Chrome on Windows. Incorrect authorization allows a remote attacker, who has already compromised the renderer process, to bypass system access restrictions. This can be achieved by crafting a malicious HTML page, leading to unauthorized access within the system.
Statement
Red Hat Product Security has determined that this vulnerability does not affect any currently supported Red Hat product. This assessment may evolve based on further analysis and discovery. For more information about this vulnerability and the products it affects, please see the linked references.
Understanding the Weakness (CWE)
Access Control
Technical Impact: Gain Privileges or Assume Identity
A user can access restricted functionality and/or sensitive information that may include administrative functionality and user accounts.
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