CVE-2026-79137
Description
A flaw was found in Google Chrome Extensions. This incorrect authorization vulnerability allows a remote attacker, leveraging social engineering tactics, to bypass system access restrictions. This can be achieved by tricking a user into installing a specially crafted Chrome extension.
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: Bypass Protection Mechanism
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