Microsoft Edge (Chromium-based) Remote Code Execution Vulnerability
Published July 31, 2026Updated July 31, 2026
Source data
Overview
Missing authorization in Microsoft Edge (Chromium-based) allows an unauthorized attacker to execute code over a network.
Impact & technical details
Remote Code Execution
What is the version information for this release? Microsoft Edge Version Date Released Based on Chromium Version 151.0.4129.59 07/31/2026 151.0.7922.71/.72
According to the CVSS metric, the attack vector is network (AV:N) and the user interaction is required (UI:R). What is the target context of the remote code execution? This attack requires a client to connect to a malicious server, and that could allow the attacker to gain code execution on the client.
According to the CVSS metric, user interaction is required (UI:R). What interaction would the user have to do? The user must visit the attacker‑controlled webpage, and perform the two tap gestures that cause autofill to activate.
- CVSS base score
- 6.5 / 10
- CVSS vector
- CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:N/I:H/A:N/E:U/RL:O/RC:C
Highest base score supplied by MSRC for this record; the vector belongs to that score. Ratings can vary by product. Microsoft Important is displayed as High; Moderate is displayed as Medium.
Affected products
- Microsoft Edge (Chromium-based)
Source guidance
Remediation
- Release Notes
Patch availability is not confirmed by this dataset. Consult the vendor before selecting a remediation.
GTP recommendation · Rule-based guidance
Recommended next step
Review affected Microsoft products and apply the applicable security updates through your organization's normal patch-management process. Confirm availability and prerequisites in the Microsoft advisory.
Authoritative sources & updates
Findings and update information come from the linked publishers. GTP compiles the public record and provides the recommendation above. CVSS ratings shown here come from Microsoft. NVD references provide additional public context.
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