Microsoft Edge (Chromium-based) Remote Code Execution Vulnerability
Published October 16, 2026Updated October 16, 2026
Source data
Overview
Double free in Microsoft Edge (Chromium-based) allows an unauthorized attacker to execute code over a network.
Impact & technical details
A separate impact classification is not supplied in this record. See the source advisory.
According to the CVSS metric, the attack vector is network (AV:N) and user interaction is required (UI:R). What is the target context of the remote code execution? This attack requires a user to open a specially crafted file from the attacker to initiate remote code execution.
- CVSS base score
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Affected products
Product-level applicability was not supplied. Check the authoritative advisory.
Source guidance
Remediation
The source provides update references without a separate remediation summary. Review the applicable update links below.
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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