CVE-2026-42838

Published: Mag 12, 2026 Last Modified: Mag 12, 2026
ExploitDB:
Other exploit source:
Google Dorks:
MEDIUM 5,4
Source: [email protected]
Attack Vector: network
Attack Complexity: low
Privileges Required: none
User Interaction: required
Scope: unchanged
Confidentiality: low
Integrity: low
Availability: none

Description

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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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Improper Neutralization of Special Elements in Output Used by a Downstream Component ('Injection')

Incomplete
Abstraction: Class Structure: Simple
Common Consequences
Security Scopes Affected:
Confidentiality Access Control Other Integrity Non-Repudiation
Potential Impacts:
Read Application Data Bypass Protection Mechanism Alter Execution Logic Other Hide Activities
Applicable Platforms
All platforms may be affected
Likelihood of Exploit: High
View CWE Details
https://msrc.microsoft.com/update-guide/vulnerability/CVE-2…
https://msrc.microsoft.com/update-guide/vulnerability/CVE-2026-42838