Indian Government Issues High Severity Warning On Google Chrome Security Vulnerabilities
In a recent development, the Indian Computer Emergency Response Team ( CERT-In ) has issued a grave warning regarding new security vulnerabilities plaguing Google Chrome . With a high severity ranking, this alert has set alarm bells ringing for millions of Chrome users across the globe.
According to the latest security bulletin from CERT-In, Google Chrome versions preceding 122.0.6261.111/.112 for Windows and Mac, and versions prior to 122.0.6261.111 for Linux are susceptible to exploitation. These vulnerabilities , categorized as Use-after-free error within the FedCM component and Out of Bounds Memory Access, pose a significant threat. A remote attacker could leverage these vulnerabilities to execute arbitrary code or trigger a Denial of Service (DoS) condition on targeted systems.
To mitigate these risks, CERT-In strongly advises Chrome users to update their browsers immediately. By navigating to the three-dot menu on Chrome, selecting Settings, proceeding to About, and then clicking Update Chrome, users can secure their systems with the latest patches released by the Chrome team.
It is imperative for users to heed this warning and take proactive measures to safeguard their devices. Google has outlined the security fixes accompanying the stable channel update, emphasizing the critical need for prompt action to ensure system integrity and data security.
According to the latest security bulletin from CERT-In, Google Chrome versions preceding 122.0.6261.111/.112 for Windows and Mac, and versions prior to 122.0.6261.111 for Linux are susceptible to exploitation. These vulnerabilities , categorized as Use-after-free error within the FedCM component and Out of Bounds Memory Access, pose a significant threat. A remote attacker could leverage these vulnerabilities to execute arbitrary code or trigger a Denial of Service (DoS) condition on targeted systems.
To mitigate these risks, CERT-In strongly advises Chrome users to update their browsers immediately. By navigating to the three-dot menu on Chrome, selecting Settings, proceeding to About, and then clicking Update Chrome, users can secure their systems with the latest patches released by the Chrome team.
It is imperative for users to heed this warning and take proactive measures to safeguard their devices. Google has outlined the security fixes accompanying the stable channel update, emphasizing the critical need for prompt action to ensure system integrity and data security.
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