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Last Updated:September 09, 2025, 13:38 IST
Chrome security risk warning for Windows and mac users is a concern for millions of those using the browser
Chrome security risk for Windows and Mac users, and they are being warned.
Google Chrome users on Windows and Macs have been warned about a serious issue that can make it easy for hackers to bypass the security and steal information. The alert from the Indian government this week is also making millions of PC/Mac users aware about the situation and asking them to act on these concerns right away.
The alert has been issued by the Indian Computer Emergency Response Team or CERT-IN, on September 8 comes with a ‘high-severity’ alert to users of Google Chrome on popular platforms like Windows, macOS and Linux.
Chrome Risk Alert: What The Agency Says
The alert from CERT-In talks about issues and risks related to some important components in the Chrome browser. “These vulnerabilities exist in Google Chrome due to Use after free in V8 and Inappropriate implementation in Toolbar, Extensions & Downloads. A remote attacker could exploit these vulnerabilities by persuading a victim to visit a specially crafted web page."
The high-severity rating is always a concern and when you have issues with a product used by over 70 percent of the PC users in the market, the worries are manifold. Chrome is also relied on by businesses and that’s where these vulnerabilities could become dangerous.
Chrome Security Issue: Who Is Affected?
The security agency shares the versions of Chrome running on Windows, macOS and even Linux machines that can be exploited.
Google Chrome versions prior to 140.0.7339.80/81 for Windows and MacGoogle Chrome versions prior to 140.0.7339.80 for LinuxChrome Update For Windows
Now that you have all the details about the security risks, which Chrome versions face the threat, it is time to do the most important thing. Update the browser on any of your machines right away. Here’s what you need to install the latest version of Chrome for your Windows/Mac system:
Access the menu with three dots located in the upper left cornerClick on ‘Help’Click on ‘About Google ChromeChrome will auto-check for updates and install for your versionChrome has released a detailed summary of the issues, the update note and how it has managed to get to the deep end of the risks.
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September 09, 2025, 13:38 IST
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