New zero day threat revealed: Google wants you to update your Chrome browser now

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Google Chrome users can breathe a sigh of relief as the search giant rolled out an important update to address a zero-day vulnerability that was actively exploited by attackers. This vulnerability, classified as ‘High’ severity, poses a significant risk to users on all desktop platforms, including Windows, macOS and Linux.

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Severity of the vulnerability

The vulnerability was identified as a use-after-free vulnerability (CVE-2024-4671), which targets a component in Chrome responsible for displaying web content. Exploiting this vulnerability, an attacker could compromise a user’s system by luring them to visit a specially crafted malicious website. Once exploited, attackers can gain unauthorized access to users’ data or even remotely take control of their systems.

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Google’s response

Realizing the severity of the situation, Google has wasted no time in releasing patches for this vulnerability. The latest stable versions of Google Chrome, specifically version 124.0.6367.201/.202 for Windows and macOS, as well as version 124.0.6367.201 for Linux, contain essential bug fixes to protect users. protected from potential attacks.

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Actions for users

Given the existence of a real-world exploit for this vulnerability, it is important for Chrome users to ensure their browser is promptly updated to the latest version. On Windows and macOS, users can check for updates manually by navigating to the Help menu in Chrome and selecting the ‘About Google Chrome’ option. From there, users can begin the update process by clicking the ‘Update Google Chrome’ button if available. Additionally, macOS users can opt for automatic updates by selecting the corresponding option in the menu.

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On the other hand, Linux users will receive updates through their package manager. Linux users should enable automatic updates to ensure they receive important security patches in a timely manner.

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Staying vigilant and keeping your software up to date is paramount in protecting against cyber threats. With the quick action Google took to address this zero day vulnerability, users can continue to browse the web with confidence, knowing that their online security is a priority.

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