Google just fixed 42 Chrome security flaws. Update now
Three critical vulnerabilities and dozens more were just patched in Chrome. None have been exploited yet, but you should update anyway. In the new versions of Chrome 153.0.8010.47/48 for Windows and macOS, and 153.0.8010.47 for Linux, Google has fixed more than 40 security vulnerabilities, some of which are critical.
- ▪Three critical vulnerabilities and dozens more were just patched in Chrome.
- ▪None have been exploited yet, but you should update anyway.
- ▪In the new versions of Chrome 153.0.8010.47/48 for Windows and macOS, and 153.0.8010.47 for Linux, Google has fixed more than 40 security vulnerabilities, some of which are critical.
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| Publication time | Wed, 16 Sep 2026 15:40:03 +0000 |
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Three critical vulnerabilities and dozens more were just patched in Chrome. None have been exploited yet, but you should update anyway. Credit: Chrome Summary created by Smart Answers AIIn summary:PCWorld reports that Google has patched 42 security vulnerabilities in Chrome, with three classified as critical risks affecting Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, and iOS users.Many of the fixes address use-after-free memory flaws, and while none have been exploited yet, the risks are serious enough to warrant immediate action.Users should update Chrome now via the About Google Chrome menu to stay protected. In the new versions of Chrome 153.0.8010.47/48 for Windows and macOS, and 153.0.8010.47 for Linux, Google has fixed more than 40 security vulnerabilities, some of which are critical.
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