CVE-2026-10892 in Chrome
Summary
by MITRE • 06/05/2026
Out of bounds write in GPU in Google Chrome on Android prior to 149.0.7827.53 allowed a remote attacker to potentially perform a sandbox escape via a crafted HTML page. (Chromium security severity: Critical)
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 06/06/2026
This vulnerability represents a critical out-of-bounds write condition affecting the graphics processing unit component within Google Chrome on Android systems prior to version 149.0.7827.53. The flaw resides in how the browser handles GPU operations when processing maliciously crafted HTML content, creating an opportunity for remote code execution with elevated privileges. The vulnerability stems from insufficient bounds checking during graphics memory operations, allowing an attacker to write data beyond allocated memory regions within the GPU processing pipeline.
The technical implementation of this vulnerability involves a memory corruption issue that occurs when Chrome's GPU process handles specific graphical operations from web content. When a malicious webpage loads with carefully constructed graphics commands, the GPU driver fails to validate memory boundaries properly, leading to a write operation that extends beyond intended memory allocations. This type of flaw falls under the Common Weakness Enumeration category of CWE-787 Out-of-bounds Write, which specifically addresses situations where programs write to memory locations outside the bounds of allocated buffers. The vulnerability is particularly dangerous because it operates within the GPU subsystem, which typically runs with higher privileges than regular browser processes.
The operational impact of this vulnerability extends beyond standard sandbox limitations, as it could potentially enable a full sandbox escape from the Chrome browser's security model. An attacker who successfully exploits this vulnerability could gain access to system resources and potentially execute arbitrary code with the privileges of the GPU driver process. This represents a significant escalation from typical web-based attacks since GPU operations often have direct access to system memory and hardware resources. The Chromium security severity rating of Critical indicates that this flaw could be actively exploited in the wild, with the potential for remote code execution without user interaction.
From an attack perspective, this vulnerability aligns with the MITRE ATT&CK framework under the technique T1059 Command and Scripting Interpreter and T1068 Exploitation for Privilege Escalation. The attack chain would typically begin with a user visiting a compromised website hosting the malicious HTML content, followed by exploitation of the GPU memory corruption to achieve code execution. The Android platform adds additional complexity since GPU drivers on mobile devices often have different security models and memory management characteristics compared to desktop systems, potentially making exploitation more feasible. Organizations should prioritize patching this vulnerability immediately, as the combination of remote exploitability and potential privilege escalation makes it a high-priority target for threat actors.
Mitigation strategies should include immediate deployment of Chrome version 149.0.7827.53 or later, which contains the necessary memory bounds checking fixes. Additionally, implementing network-based protections such as content filtering and web application firewalls can help prevent users from accessing malicious websites. Browser hardening measures including disabling unnecessary GPU features and implementing strict content security policies can provide additional defense layers. Regular security audits of mobile browser configurations and monitoring for suspicious GPU activity patterns should also be implemented. The vulnerability demonstrates the critical importance of memory safety in graphics processing components, particularly in mobile environments where GPU drivers may have less rigorous security testing than their desktop counterparts.