In a recent update, India’s Computer Emergency Response Team (CERT-In), operating under the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology, has issued a substantial caution to users of Google Chrome regarding numerous vulnerabilities unearthed in specific versions of the widely-utilized web browser. This advisory assumes pivotal importance for individuals who employ Google Chrome, as it accentuates potential hazards linked with these specific iterations of the browser.
What is the essence of this caution?
As per the advisory, there have been a multitude of vulnerabilities documented within Google Chrome, which nefarious entities could exploit to enact arbitrary code execution. Moreover, these entities could achieve unauthorized entry to delicate information residing on the targeted system. This matter is of deep-seated significance and necessitates prompt consideration to ensure the protection of users’ data and systems against potential breaches.
Outlined below are the vulnerabilities highlighted by CERT-In:
CVE-2023-4427
CVE-2023-4428
CVE-2023-4429
CVE-2023-4430
CVE-2023-4431
Versions Affected:
Google Chrome versions preceding 116.0.5845.110/.111 for Windows
Google Chrome versions preceding 116.0.5845.110 for Mac and Linux
What steps can users take?
To protect your system and data, CERT-In strongly advises users to promptly apply the most recent security patches available for Google Chrome. On a positive note, Google has already rolled out the latest iteration of Chrome, which incorporates fixes for these vulnerabilities.