Hey there, have you heard about the latest update to Google Chrome? With the release of Chrome version 126, Google has patched multiple security flaws that could have put users at risk. It’s always important to stay on top of these updates to keep your browsing experience safe and secure.
Google Chrome 126 Fix Multiple Security Flaws
This week, Google rolled out the stable release of Chrome version 126, addressing various security vulnerabilities that could have been exploited by malicious actors. One of the vulnerabilities, CVE-2024-6100, was discovered by security researcher Seunghyun Lee during the recent TyphoonPWN 2024 hacking event, earning a high severity rating and a $20,000 bounty.
Another critical vulnerability, CVE-2024-6101, related to WebAssembly, was reported by a researcher known as “ginggilBesel” who received a $7000 bounty for the discovery. Additionally, two other high-severity vulnerabilities in Dawn, CVE-2024-6102 and CVE-2024-6103, were fixed in this release thanks to the findings of researcher “wgslfuzz.”
Google has released these security fixes in Chrome version 126.0.6478.114/115 for Windows and Mac, and 126.0.6478.114 for Linux. Android users can also download the updated Chrome version 126.0.6478.110 from the Google Play Store.
It’s crucial to keep your devices updated with the latest browser releases to ensure your online safety. While none of these vulnerabilities are zero-day, staying current with updates is key to maintaining a secure browsing environment. Share your thoughts with us in the comments!
