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Critical flaw in Google Chrome, CERT-In urges users to update browser
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What Happened?
India's cybersecurity agency, CERT-In, has warned Google Chrome users to update their browsers due to critical vulnerabilities. These flaws could allow hackers to take control of devices.
Key points
- CERT-In rated the vulnerabilities as 'critical' in Vulnerability Note CIVN-2026-0544.
- The flaws affect Chrome versions earlier than 157.0.8103.50 and Extended Stable versions earlier than 156.0.8078.96.
- The actively exploited flaw, CVE-2026-125350, is a use-after-free vulnerability reported on November 6.
- Users can update Chrome through the browser's menu or app stores on mobile devices.
- CERT-In advises users to avoid suspicious links until their browsers are updated.
Key insights
- The vulnerabilities could lead to significant security breaches if not addressed promptly.
- Users may face increased risks from cyberattacks until they update their browsers.
- The situation reflects a growing trend of cybersecurity threats targeting widely used software.
Why it matters
This advisory highlights the importance of keeping software updated to protect against potential cyber threats.
Entities
CERT-In· OrganizationGoogle Chrome· Product
Source
India Today
