A new bug could allow crooks to execute arbitrary code in Chrome Google has fixed a high-severity vulnerability in its Chrome browser that was apparently being abused in the wild. The company has released a new security advisory informing users about fixing dozens of flaws, including an out of bounds read and writeContinue Reading
Google Chrome has been quietly downloading around 4GB of Gemini Nano AI model weights to user devices without their consent, and it automatically re-downloads the files if they are deleted. This behavior has been confirmed on Windows 11, Apple Silicon, and Ubuntu systems, with user reports indicating it has been happening for aboutContinue Reading
Google is testing server-side Gemini checks that kick in only on suspicious pages, adding another scam filter without scanning everything you open. Chrome may soon get a new scam-fighting upgrade that leans on Gemini. Google is testing Gemini antiscam protection in Chrome as an extra check that kicks in only after the browser alreadyContinue Reading
Both tech giants bring powerful, feature-packed browsers to the table, but only one can dominate your digital life. We break down the key differences between Chrome and Edge to help you choose the ultimate browser for your daily grind. Compatibility and System Requirements Both browsers run on every desktop andContinue Reading
If you use a Windows, it’s likely Chrome is installed as the default browser on your PC. Google’s browser still dominates, despite Microsoft’s continued attempts to push users to the Edge and the new threat from AI browsers which is picking up pace. But Chrome is a victim of its own success. Because attackersContinue Reading
Yesterday’s security update for Chrome eliminates another browser vulnerability that’s already being exploited for attacks in the wild. Google has released an important update for Chrome, fixing several vulnerabilities in new Chrome versions 138.0.7204.157/158 for Windows and macOS and 138.0.7204.157 for Linux. According to Google, one of the vulnerabilities isContinue Reading
Researchers have discovered a campaign that tracked users’ online behavior using 18 browser extensions available in the official Chrome and Edge webstores. The total number of installs is estimated to be over two million. These extensions offered functionality, received good reviews, touted verification badges, and some even enjoyed featured placement. But when anContinue Reading
A similar feature was previously available in Microsoft Edge. Google Chrome has added a new feature that allows it to split a tab into two parts, allowing the user to view two separate web pages in the same browser window. This feature was first spotted by browser reviewer Leopeva64 via Windows Latest. It’sContinue Reading
Phishing is a form of social engineering where attackers try to get you to reveal your sensitive information through malicious links, SMS, QR codes, and more. Here’s how to protect yourself in Chrome and Firefox. Have you ever been sent a link that doesn’t look quite right, but you clickContinue Reading
Chrome for Android has never supported browser extensions, but Google is working on a new version that supports them. There are a lot of web browsers available for Android, but the one most people use is Chrome for Android. The Android-optimized version of Google’s Chrome browser is preinstalled on most AndroidContinue Reading