Cybersecurity and Information Warfare

Google updates Chrome to fix critical use-after-free vulnerability allowing code execution.

Google has issued a critical security update for its Chrome browser following the discovery of a severe use-after-free vulnerability, tracked as CVE-2025-11756, which could enable cybercriminals to execute arbitrary code on users’ systems. This flaw, affecting the Safe Browsing component of Chrome, poses significant risks, particularly for desktop users in India, where the browser is widely utilized. The Indian Computer Emergency Response Team (CERT-IN) has cautioned users that attackers could exploit this vulnerability by sending crafted requests, potentially compromising systems and disrupting services. Google has released Chrome version 141.0.7390.107/.108 for Windows and Mac, and version 141.0.7390.107 for Linux, beginning rollout on October 14, 2025. Users are advised to update their browsers immediately to secure their data against potential cyber threats. This incident underscores the crucial need for timely software updates and the role of security researchers in identifying vulnerabilities, as failure to act could leave users vulnerable to exploitation and significant security lapses in their systems.

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