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CVE-2026-42838
MEDIUM · CVSS 5.4
EPSS exploitation probability: 0%
Published 2026-05-12T18:17:26.077 · Last modified 2026-06-17T10:48:29.247

Summary

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 products

microsoft — edge_chromium

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References

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