CVE-2026-17915 in Chrome
Summary
by MITRE • 07/30/2026
Inappropriate implementation in WebView in Google Chrome on Android prior to 151.0.7922.72 allowed a remote attacker to perform UI spoofing via a crafted HTML page. (Chromium security severity: Low)
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 07/30/2026
This vulnerability represents a user interface spoofing issue within the WebView component of Google Chrome on Android systems, specifically affecting versions prior to 151.0.7922.72. The flaw stems from an inadequate implementation that fails to properly validate or sanitize certain HTML elements and rendering behaviors, creating opportunities for malicious actors to manipulate the visual presentation of web content. The vulnerability is classified as low severity by Chromium security standards, yet it remains significant due to its potential for deceptive attacks that can mislead users about the authenticity of web interfaces.
The technical nature of this vulnerability lies in how WebView processes and renders crafted HTML content that contains elements designed to manipulate the user interface presentation. Attackers can construct malicious HTML pages that exploit weaknesses in the rendering engine's handling of visual components, potentially causing legitimate application interfaces to be obscured or replaced with deceptive alternatives. This type of UI spoofing attack can trick users into entering sensitive information on fake interfaces or performing actions based on false representations of trusted applications.
From an operational perspective, this vulnerability creates risks for users who interact with web content through Chrome's WebView component, particularly in scenarios where applications integrate web-based functionality or display external content. The impact extends beyond simple visual deception as it can facilitate more sophisticated attacks such as credential harvesting, unauthorized transactions, or data exfiltration. Mobile users are especially vulnerable since they frequently engage with web applications and may not recognize the spoofed interfaces due to the seamless integration of WebView components within native applications.
The vulnerability aligns with CWE-601, which addresses URL redirector abuse and UI redressing attacks, and relates to techniques described in the ATT&CK framework under T1531 for "Account Access Removal" and T1071.001 for "Application Layer Protocol: Web Protocols". Organizations should prioritize updating Chrome WebView components to versions 151.0.7922.72 or later to remediate this issue, while also implementing additional security measures such as content security policies and user education about recognizing potentially deceptive interfaces. Network monitoring solutions can help detect unusual traffic patterns that might indicate exploitation attempts, and application developers should review their WebView implementations to ensure proper security configurations are in place. The low severity classification does not diminish the importance of addressing this vulnerability promptly, particularly in environments where mobile applications handle sensitive data or provide critical services to users.