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High-risk Google Chrome alert: CERT-In warns of problems for Linux, Mac, and Windows users


By Kajal Sharma - 29 Jan 2025 10:14 PM
High-risk alert for Google Chrome users issued by Modi Government: India's cybersecurity watchdog, CERT-In, has issued a high-risk alert about Google Chrome vulnerabilities that could compromise user data and devices, and it advises users to update their browsers right away to prevent security risks.Who is impacted? The warning is applicable to PC and laptop users as well as users of the Windows, Mac, and Linux operating systems. Users using smartphones are comparatively less impacted.
The following are the specifics of the vulnerabilities: CIVN-2025-0007: Impacts Chrome versions prior to **132.0.6834.83/8r** for Windows and Mac, and CIVN-2025-0008: Targets Chrome versions prior to **132.0.6834.110/111** for Windows and Mac, and versions prior to **132.0.6834.110** for Linux. These vulnerabilities are classified as critical and high-risk.CERT-In advises users to update their Google Chrome browsers and apply the most recent security patches right away in order to reduce the risks. This will guarantee that your browser is protected against these serious vulnerabilities.Samsung has not yet made an official announcement, but certifications and benchmark listings add weight to the rumors that the company is working to expand its 5G portfolio in the Indian market with four new devices: the Galaxy A06, Galaxy F06, Galaxy F16, and Galaxy M16. Support pages for these models have gone live on Samsung's India website, indicating an imminent launch.