There are many security flaws and vulnerabilities that can jeopardize the proper functioning of software and devices. In this case, we echo a serious error that affects Google Chrome. It is a zero-day vulnerability and it is essential to update as soon as possible. We will tell you how this affects you and what you should do to protect yourself. This could lead to putting your personal data at risk, in addition to jeopardizing the proper functioning of the equipment you use to browse the web.
Google has just released a new version of its Chrome browser to address a security vulnerability affecting JavaScript. This security flaw was discovered during Pwn20wn in March. A group of security researchers managed to exploit this loophole using an exploit program.
This is not the first time such a problem has been discovered in a similar competition. There are financial rewards for security researchers who can discover these vulnerabilities. The goal is simply to be able to fix them before attackers can find them and jeopardize the security and privacy of users.
This issue affects other browsers that also rely on Chromium. It is worth mentioning that this type of error can allow attackers to steal your personal data and passwords, take control of the device, and manipulate Chrome content that you see while browsing.
We recommend going to the menu located at the top right corner, entering “Help,” and clicking on “Google Chrome Information.” You will automatically see the version you have installed and it will start updating if necessary. You can also enter this link directly chrome://settings/help. You should have the version as shown in the image below
Once you have finished updating Chrome, you will need to restart the browser. This will activate the changes and you can start benefiting from the latest features and protection.
