Latest Google Chrome news

Recently patched Apple, Chrome zero-days exploited in spyware attacks

Security researchers with the Citizen Lab and Google's Threat Analysis Group (TAG) revealed today that three zero-days patched by Apple on Thursday were abused as part of an exploit chain to install Cytrox's Predator spyware.
- Sergiu Gatlan
- September 22, 2023
- 02:16 PM
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Google Chrome tests Microsoft Edge-like Read Aloud feature

Google Chrome is set to enhance its user experience on the desktop by adding a "read aloud" function, currently available for testing in the Canary version. While its initial rollout might seem basic, it gets the job done.
- Mayank Parmar
- September 16, 2023
- 03:45 PM
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Google fixes another Chrome zero-day bug exploited in attacks

Google released emergency security updates to fix the fourth Chrome zero-day vulnerability exploited in attacks since the start of the year.
- Sergiu Gatlan
- September 11, 2023
- 03:46 PM
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Google rolls out Privacy Sandbox to use Chrome browsing history for ads

Google has started to roll out its new interest-based advertising platform called the Privacy Sandbox, shifting the tracking of user's interests from third-party cookies to the Chrome browser.
- Lawrence Abrams
- September 09, 2023
- 02:59 PM
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Google is enabling Chrome real-time phishing protection for everyone

Google announced today that it is bringing additional security to the Google Chrome standard Safe Browsing feature by enabling real-time phishing protection for all users.
- Lawrence Abrams
- September 07, 2023
- 05:03 PM
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Chaes malware now uses Google Chrome DevTools Protocol to steal data

The Chaes malware has returned as a new, more advanced variant that includes a custom implementation of the Google DevTools protocol for direct access to the victim's browser functions, allowing it to steal data using WebSockets.
- Bill Toulas
- September 05, 2023
- 01:01 PM
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Google Chrome to warn when installed extensions are malware

Google is testing a new feature in the Chrome browser that will warn users when an installed extension has been removed from the Chrome Web Store, usually indicative of it being malware.
- Lawrence Abrams
- August 20, 2023
- 01:26 PM
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Google to fight hackers with weekly Chrome security updates

Google has changed the Google Chrome security updates schedule from bi-weekly to weekly to address the growing patch gap problem that allows threat actors extra time to exploit published n-day and zero-day flaws.
- Bill Toulas
- August 09, 2023
- 11:30 AM
- 4
Google Gmail continuously nagging to enable Enhanced Safe Browsing

Google is urging users to activate its Enhanced Safe Browsing feature via numerous alerts in Gmail that keep coming back, even after you acknowledge them.
- Mayank Parmar
- August 06, 2023
- 12:24 PM
- 9
Chrome malware Rilide targets enterprise users via PowerPoint guides

The malicious Rilide Stealer Chrome browser extension has returned in new campaigns targeting crypto users and enterprise employees to steal credentials and crypto wallets.
- Bill Toulas
- August 03, 2023
- 10:36 AM
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Browser developers push back on Google's “web DRM” WEI API

Google's plans to introduce the Web Environment Integrity (WEI) API on Chrome has been met with fierce backlash from internet software developers, drawing criticism for limiting user freedom and undermining the core principles of the open web.
- Bill Toulas
- July 29, 2023
- 10:11 AM
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Google Chrome to offer 'Link Previews' when hovering over links

Google is set to improve Chrome by introducing a new "Link Preview" feature. This feature, currently in development for desktop use, could significantly change how users interact with web content.
- Mayank Parmar
- July 25, 2023
- 05:49 PM
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Google Chrome gets Windows 11's new design - how to enable it

Google's browser, Chrome, in its 115th version, has unveiled a feature that allows users to use Windows Mica material, a design element that enhances user personalization. To access this function, users are required to go to the Chrome flags menu and activate it manually.
- Mayank Parmar
- July 20, 2023
- 12:18 PM
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Chrome's big design refresh uses Microsoft Mica effect in custom themes

Google is working on a significant design overhaul for Chrome across Windows, Mac, and Chromebook platforms. Named Chrome's Material You-based, the project is close to roll out and is set to introduce a series of fresh aesthetic changes that significantly alter the browser's interface.
- Mayank Parmar
- July 09, 2023
- 10:47 AM
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Malwarebytes issues fix for Chrome broken by Windows 11 KB5027231

Malwarebytes released a fix for a known issue breaking Google Chrome on its customers' systems after installing the Windows 11 22H2 KB5027231 cumulative update released last week.
- Sergiu Gatlan
- June 19, 2023
- 02:33 PM
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Windows 11 KB5027231 also breaks Chrome for Cisco, WatchGuard EDR users

The Windows 11 22H2 KB5027231 cumulative update released during this month's Patch Tuesday also breaks Google Chrome on systems protected by Cisco and WatchGuard EDR and antivirus solutions.
- Sergiu Gatlan
- June 16, 2023
- 12:56 PM
- 1
Windows 11 KB5027231 update breaks Google Chrome for Malwarebytes users

Malwarebytes confirmed today that the Windows 11 22H2 KB5027231 cumulative update released this Patch Tuesday breaks Google Chrome on its customers' systems.
- Sergiu Gatlan
- June 14, 2023
- 03:33 PM
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New ‘Shampoo’ Chromeloader malware pushed via fake warez sites

A new ChromeLoader campaign is underway, infecting visitors of warez and pirated movie sites with a new variant of the search hijacker and adware browser extension named Shampoo.
- Bill Toulas
- June 14, 2023
- 01:56 PM
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Google Chrome password manager gets new safeguards for your credentials

Google Chrome is getting new security-enhancing features for the built-in Password Manager, making it easier for users to manage their passwords and stay safe from account hijacking attacks.
- Bill Toulas
- June 08, 2023
- 12:00 PM
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Google fixes new Chrome zero-day flaw with exploit in the wild

Google has released a security update for Chrome web browser to address the third zero-day vulnerability that hackers exploited this year.
- Bill Toulas
- June 06, 2023
- 07:27 AM
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