Chrome Android CustomTabs Auth Bypass < 152.0.7977.65
CVE-2026-79152 Published on August 25, 2026
Incorrect authorization in CustomTabs in Google Chrome on on Android prior to 152.0.7977.65 allowed a local attacker to bypass web origin policy via a co-installed app. (Chromium security severity: Low)
Vulnerability Analysis
CVE-2026-79152 is exploitable with network access, and does not require authorization privileges or user interaction. This vulnerability is considered to have a low attack complexity. The potential impact of an exploit of this vulnerability is considered to be critical as this vulnerability has a high impact to the confidentiality, integrity and availability of this component.
Weakness Type
What is an AuthZ Vulnerability?
The software performs an authorization check when an actor attempts to access a resource or perform an action, but it does not correctly perform the check. This allows attackers to bypass intended access restrictions.
CVE-2026-79152 has been classified to as an AuthZ vulnerability or weakness.
Products Associated with CVE-2026-79152
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Affected Versions
Google Chrome:- Version 152.0.7977.65 and below 152.0.7977.65 is affected.