- Updated: February 18, 2026
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Chrome Zero‑Day CVE‑2026‑2441 Patched in Stable Channel Update – Full Details and Mitigation
Chrome Zero‑Day CVE‑2026‑2441 Patched in Stable Channel Update – Full Details and Mitigation
The latest Stable Channel update for Google Chrome, released on February 13, 2026, addresses a critical security flaw identified as CVE‑2026‑2441. This zero‑day vulnerability could allow remote code execution on affected browsers, putting users at risk of data theft and system compromise.
What Is CVE‑2026‑2441?
CVE‑2026‑2441 is a memory‑corruption bug discovered in Chrome’s rendering engine. It affects all platforms that run the stable version of Chrome, including Windows, macOS, Linux, Chrome OS, Android, and iOS WebView. Exploits target the way Chrome processes specially crafted web content, potentially allowing attackers to execute arbitrary code.
Impact and Affected Platforms
- Desktop: Windows 10/11, macOS Ventura and later, various Linux distributions.
- Mobile: Android 12+, iOS 16+ (Chrome for Android/iOS).
- Chrome OS devices.
- Embedded WebView components used by third‑party apps.
All users running the stable channel are urged to update immediately to mitigate the risk.
Mitigation Steps
The update, version 112.0.5615.138, includes a patch that resolves the vulnerability. Follow these steps to ensure protection:
- Open Chrome and navigate to
chrome://settings/helpto trigger an automatic update. - Verify the version number matches the patched release.
- Restart the browser after the update completes.
- For managed devices, administrators should enforce the update via enterprise policies.
Further Reading
Read the official announcement on the Google Chrome Releases Blog for detailed changelog information.
For more on securing browsers and handling zero‑day exploits, see our guides:
Stay informed and keep your browsers up to date to protect against emerging threats.