CVE-2026-87591
Description
A flaw was found in Chromium's Extensions component. This incorrect authorization vulnerability allows a remote attacker to bypass system access restrictions by using a specially crafted Chrome extension. This could lead to unauthorized access to sensitive system resources.
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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