Critical Vulnerability in Chromium Packages Across Debian Distributions
Summary
DEBIAN-CVE-2026-95380: ... Affects chromium versions 113.0.5672.126-1 – 153.0.8010.52-1~deb13u1. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
Chromium is an open-source web browser developed by Google, known for its speed, simplicity, and security features. It serves as the foundation for several other browsers, including Google Chrome. The package is widely used across various Debian distributions, including Bookworm, Trixie, and Forky. This vulnerability affects all versions of Chromium in these distributions, potentially exposing users to security risks.
Vulnerability Detail
CVE-2026-95380 is a critical vulnerability that affects the Chromium package in Debian distributions. The vulnerability originates from a flaw in the browser's handling of certain web content, which could allow an attacker to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service. This could lead to unauthorized access to sensitive information or compromise the integrity of the user's system. The vulnerability has been classified as urgent due to its potential impact on user security and privacy.
How To Fix
No fixed version is published for this vulnerability.
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Workaround
As a temporary workaround, users can disable JavaScript in their browser settings to mitigate the risk of exploitation until the package is updated. This can be done by navigating to Settings > Privacy and Security > Site Settings > JavaScript and toggling it off.
Conclusion
The CVE-2026-95380 vulnerability poses a significant risk to users of the Chromium package across various Debian distributions. It is crucial to update the package to the latest version to mitigate potential security threats. Users are encouraged to monitor their systems for vulnerabilities using tools like Vulert.
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FAQ
CVE-2026-95380 is a critical vulnerability in the Chromium package that could allow attackers to execute arbitrary code.
You can use the Vulert playground at Vulert Scanner to check if your application is affected by this vulnerability without needing to sign up.
If you cannot update immediately, consider disabling JavaScript as a temporary workaround to reduce the risk of exploitation.
Yes, this vulnerability affects Chromium packages across Debian distributions including Bookworm, Trixie, and Forky.
More information can be found in the official Debian security advisories and on the Vulert website.
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