Google Chrome Security Update – 02 April 2026

Google has released an updated Chrome version 146.0.7680.177/178 for Windows/Mac and 146.0.7680.177 for Linux.

The addressed vulnerabilities could allow the remote attacker to execute arbitrary code, cause memory corruption, read out-of-bounds memory, corrupt objects, cause integer overflows, or bypass security and policy restrictions across multiple browser components by persuading the victim to visit a maliciously crafted website.

Sample of the addressed vulnerabilities:

1. Google Chrome Use After Free in Compositing Vulnerability (CVE-2026-5290):

  • CVSS: 9.8
  • Attack Vector: Network
  • Attack Complexity: Low
  • Privileges Required: None
  • User Interaction: Required
  • Consequences: Bypass Security

2. Google Chrome Exposure of Sensitive Information Vulnerability (CVE-2026-5291):

  • CVSS: 6.5
  • Attack Vector: Network
  • Attack Complexity: Low
  • Privileges Required: None
  • User Interaction: Required
  • Consequences: Obtain Information

It should be highlighted that Google is aware that the vulnerability “CVE-2026- 5281” is now being exploited in the wild.

Vulnerabilities
Mitigations

The enterprise should deploy this patch as soon as the testing phase is completed.

Google Chrome Security Update

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