CVE-2026-42838
Improper neutralization of special elements in output used by a downstream component ('injection') in Microsoft Edge (Chromium-based) allows an unauthorized attacker t…
Published May 12, 2026 · updated Jun 17, 2026 · microsoft edge chromium
Improper neutralization of special elements in output used by a downstream component ('injection') in Microsoft Edge (Chromium-based) allows an unauthorized attacker to elevate privileges over a network.
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May 12, 2026 · NIST NVD
Detected
Improper neutralization of special elements in output used by a downstream component ('injection') in Microsoft Edge (Chromium-based) allows an unauthorized attacker to elevate privileges over a network.
Jun 17, 2026 · NIST NVD
Updated
Improper neutralization of special elements in output used by a downstream component ('injection') in Microsoft Edge (Chromium-based) allows an unauthorized attacker to elevate privileges over a network.
Affected
- cpe microsoft/edge chromiumversion unspecified
Sources
- CVE.orgVulnerability recordCVE-2026-42838
Official CVE identifier
cve.org - NIST NVDVulnerability recordCVE-2026-42838
Improper neutralization of special elements in output used by a downstream component ('injection') in Microsoft Edge (Chromium-based) allows an unauthorized attacker to elevate privileges over a network.
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