CVE-2026-79226
Description
A flaw was found in chromium-browser. This vulnerability, related to improper privilege management in Regional Capabilities, allows a remote attacker to bypass system access restrictions. By leveraging social engineering and a crafted Chrome extension, an attacker can gain unauthorized access.
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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