Google Chrome is the most widely used web browser, with millions of users. As a result, it appeals to both attackers and users who are looking for new ways to infect systems and steal data.CERT-In, a cybercrime nodal agency, has identified certain serious flaws in the Google Chrome desktop browser. The danger has a 'Severity Rating' of 'HIGH,' according to the CIA. The agency has identified the versions that are affected by the faults, as well as a resolution that should be implemented promptly.
Users of Google Chrome versions previous to 101.0.4951.41 are subject to the warning. Multiple vulnerabilities in Google Chrome have been detected, according to the CERT-In, "allowing a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code, circumvent security limitations, or trigger a denial of service situation on the targeted machine."
How To be Safe?
How To be Safe?
- Open Google Chrome
- Click on the three-dot menu on the top-right of the interface
- Scroll down to Help and hover the mouse to see About Google Chrome, click on it
- You will see the current Google Chrome version running on your system
- Update to the latest version using Play Store to protect your system
- Restart Chrome to enable the latest version of the browser
Multiple vulnerabilities in the Microsoft Edge browser have been also detected recently, according to the CERT-In, which might allow a remote attacker to compromise the targeted machine. By sending a carefully designed request, an attacker can exploit weaknesses.
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