Use-After-Free Vulnerability in Google Chrome Leads to RCE and System Compromise
Summary:
CVE-2025-8292 is a critical bug found C++ that targets Windows OS. C++. AcceptDismiss in the V8 JavaScript engine of Google Chrome. The problem is a use-after-free condition, which occurs when information is accessed after being freed. This can allow an attacker over a remote network to take control of the browser by executing arbitrary code. The bug can be exploited by browsing a specially crafted website, and with the right conditions, lead to a full remote code execution (RCE) scenario. Chrome sandbox protections are generally designed to contain such attacks, but this bug has been used in the wild to bypass those protections and infect underlying systems, based on reports. This renders the vulnerability especially risky in business settings where browsers are typically used for accessing sensitive resources.
Analyst Comments:
This vulnerability is especially dangerous because it renders exploitation feasible even with a visit to one webpage. For environments where browser use is ubiquitous, for example, in corporate offices and remote installations, there is significant exposure to accidental exposure. Exploiting this weakness gives adversaries the privilege of running code at the level of the browser, and in certain cases, would allow them to break out of the browser sandbox and influence the system in general. Attackers might use this access to install spyware, alter files, or move laterally across a network. Since this vulnerability affects multiple platforms and has already been exploited in real attacks, swift action is imperative.
Suggested Corrections:
Google issued patches for this bug in recent Chrome releases. Users are required to ensure that they have the most current version of their browser. In enterprises, administrators are required to ensure Chrome is set to update automatically and should weigh requiring this through group policies or endpoint management solutions. The users also need to be cautious when visiting unfamiliar websites and not click on suspicious links. Organizations also need to put in place behavior analysis and threat alerts software that can identify anomalies from browsers, especially for or after web access activity. Monitoring the web traffic logs may also identify potential indicators of compromise related to this vulnerability.
Link(s):
https://socprime.com/blog/cve-2025-8292-chrome-vulnerability