India's Computer Emergency Response Team (CERT-In) has issued a warning about multiple critical vulnerabilities in Google Chrome that could allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code or steal sensitive data. The advisory, released on August 16, 2026, urges all Chrome users to update their browsers to the latest version immediately.
The vulnerabilities, identified in Chrome versions prior to 128.0.6613.84, include flaws in the V8 JavaScript engine and other components. Successful exploitation could lead to remote code execution, denial-of-service, or data theft. CERT-In rated the severity as 'High' and recommended users apply the latest security patches.
Google has released an update that addresses these issues. Users are advised to update their Chrome browser by navigating to Settings > About Chrome, which will automatically check for and install the latest version. CERT-In also recommends enabling automatic updates to ensure future security patches are applied promptly.
This advisory follows a pattern of increasing browser-based attacks, and CERT-In emphasizes the importance of keeping software up-to-date to mitigate risks. The agency also advises users to avoid visiting untrusted websites or clicking on suspicious links until the update is applied.
