Tag: chrome
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How to Disable Google’s Gemini in Chrome
Chrome users were caught off guard by a 4-GB Google AI model baked into Chrome, sparking privacy concerns. The good news: You can easily uninstall it. The bad? You might not want to. First seen on wired.com Jump to article: www.wired.com/story/you-can-disable-gemini-in-chrome-if-its-freaking-you-out/
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Google Chrome Accused of Silently Installing 4GB AI Model on User Devices
Cybersecurity researcher Alexander Hanff claims that Google Chrome automatically installs a 4GB Gemini Nano AI model without user notification or consent. First seen on hackread.com Jump to article: hackread.com/google-chrome-installing-4gb-ai-model-user-devices/
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Google Chrome 148 Released With Fixes for 127 Security Flaws
Google has officially rolled out Chrome version 148 to the stable channel, delivering a massive security overhaul that addresses 127 vulnerabilities across Windows, Mac, and Linux. The update, now available as version 148.0.7778.96 for Linux and 148.0.7778.96 or 148.0.7778.97 for Windows and Mac, patches several critical memory management flaws that could allow attackers to execute…
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Yet Another Way to Bypass Google Chrome’s Encryption Protection
Authors of the VoidStealer Trojan uncovered a way to get around Google’s App-Bound Encryption (ABE), opening the door to infostealers. First seen on darkreading.com Jump to article: www.darkreading.com/endpoint-security/yet-another-way-bypass-google-chromes-encryption-protection
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Chrome on Android can now hide your exact location from websites
Google is improving location privacy features that give users more control over sharing their location. On Chrome for Android, users can now choose to share their approximate … First seen on helpnetsecurity.com Jump to article: www.helpnetsecurity.com/2026/05/06/google-chrome-android-hide-location/
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Google to pay up to $1.5 million for zero-click Pixel Titan M exploits
Google has revised its Android and Chrome Vulnerability Reward Programs (VRPs), which pay security researchers to report vulnerabilities in Android, Google hardware, and the … First seen on helpnetsecurity.com Jump to article: www.helpnetsecurity.com/2026/05/05/google-vulnerability-reward-program-android-chrome-pixel/
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Google now offers up to $1.5 million for some Android exploits
Google overhauls its Android and Chrome vulnerability rewards programs, offering bounties of up to $1.5 million for the most difficult exploits while scaling back payouts for flaws that artificial intelligence (AI) has made easier to find. First seen on bleepingcomputer.com Jump to article: www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/google-now-offers-up-to-15-million-for-some-android-exploits/
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Google Revamps Bug Bounty Programs: Android Rewards Rise, Chrome Payouts Drop in the Age of AI
Google revamps bug bounties: Android rewards rise to $1.5M, Chrome payouts drop, shifting focus to high-impact, AI-resistant vulnerabilities. Google has announced a major overhaul of its Vulnerability Reward Programs (VRP) for Android and Chrome, marking a strategic shift in how the company approaches cybersecurity. The update comes as artificial intelligence tools are reshaping the field…
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AI agents can bypass guardrails and put credentials at risk, Okta study finds
Phishing the agent: Why AI guardrails aren’t enough, a report on tests conducted by cloud identity and access management (IAM) company Okta Threat Intelligence, which uncovered all of the problems cited above, and more.Their research focused on OpenClaw, a model-agnostic multi-channel AI assistant which has seen explosive growth inside enterprises since appearing in late 2025.…
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AI agents can bypass guardrails and put credentials at risk, Okta study finds
Phishing the agent: Why AI guardrails aren’t enough, a report on tests conducted by cloud identity and access management (IAM) company Okta Threat Intelligence, which uncovered all of the problems cited above, and more.Their research focused on OpenClaw, a model-agnostic multi-channel AI assistant which has seen explosive growth inside enterprises since appearing in late 2025.…
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AI agents can bypass guardrails and put credentials at risk, Okta study finds
Phishing the agent: Why AI guardrails aren’t enough, a report on tests conducted by cloud identity and access management (IAM) company Okta Threat Intelligence, which uncovered all of the problems cited above, and more.Their research focused on OpenClaw, a model-agnostic multi-channel AI assistant which has seen explosive growth inside enterprises since appearing in late 2025.…
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Billions of Chrome Users Urged to Update After Google Patches 30 Security Flaws
Google patched 30 Chrome vulnerabilities, including four Critical flaws. Here’s what users should know and how to update Chrome and Firefox. The post Billions of Chrome Users Urged to Update After Google Patches 30 Security Flaws appeared first on TechRepublic. First seen on techrepublic.com Jump to article: www.techrepublic.com/article/news-google-chrome-security-update-30-vulnerabilities-april-2026/
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82 Chrome Extensions Found Selling User Data, 6.5 Million Users Affected
LayerX research finds 82 Chrome extensions collecting and selling user data, affecting at least 6.5 million users through disclosed but concerning practices. First seen on hackread.com Jump to article: hackread.com/82-chrome-extensions-selling-user-data/
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Why Chrome Zero-Days Keep Winning and What Enterprises Need to Change Blog – Menlo Security
Fourth Chrome zero-day of 2026 exposes a bigger issue: patching is too slow. Learn why browser isolation is key to preventing modern attacks. First seen on securityboulevard.com Jump to article: securityboulevard.com/2026/04/why-chrome-zero-days-keep-winning-and-what-enterprises-need-to-change-blog-menlo-security/
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20.000 Nutzer betroffen – Bösartige Chrome-Erweiterungen stehlen Google- und Telegram-Daten
First seen on security-insider.de Jump to article: www.security-insider.de/boesartige-chrome-erweiterungen-stehlen-google-telegram-daten-a-a5061625029c52a58936a94487a2a353/
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12 Fraudulent Browser Extensions Disguised as TikTok Downloaders Compromise 130K Users
LayerX security researchers have uncovered a massive, highly coordinated campaign involving at least 12 malicious browser extensions on the Google Chrome and Microsoft Edge marketplaces. Disguised as legitimate TikTok video downloaders, these extensions secretly track user activity and harvest sensitive data. The operation has successfully compromised over 130,000 users, with approximately 12,500 installations still active…
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SideWinder Spoofs Chrome PDF Viewer, Zimbra to Steal Government Webmail Logins
SideWinder is running an active credential”‘harvesting campaign that uses a fake Chrome PDF viewer and a pixel”‘perfect Zimbra clone on Cloudflare Workers to steal government webmail credentials from South Asian targets, including the Bangladesh Navy and Pakistan’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs. The campaign came to light after a Cloudflare Workers URL was spotted harvesting credentials…
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The 5 Best VPN Extensions for Chrome
Looking for the best Chrome VPN extensions in 2026 to enhance your online security and privacy? Dive into our list of top-rated VPNs and find your best fit. The post The 5 Best VPN Extensions for Chrome appeared first on TechRepublic. First seen on techrepublic.com Jump to article: www.techrepublic.com/article/best-chrome-vpn-extensions/
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The 5 Best VPN Extensions for Chrome
Looking for the best Chrome VPN extensions in 2026 to enhance your online security and privacy? Dive into our list of top-rated VPNs and find your best fit. The post The 5 Best VPN Extensions for Chrome appeared first on TechRepublic. First seen on techrepublic.com Jump to article: www.techrepublic.com/article/best-chrome-vpn-extensions/
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Chrome Privacy Concerns Rise as Expert Warns of Fingerprinting Risks
A privacy expert warns Chrome still allows browser fingerprinting and tracking, raising concerns after Google’s shift away from third-party cookie changes. The post Chrome Privacy Concerns Rise as Expert Warns of Fingerprinting Risks appeared first on TechRepublic. First seen on techrepublic.com Jump to article: www.techrepublic.com/article/news-chrome-browser-fingerprinting-privacy-concerns/
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Fake TikTok Downloaders on Chrome and Edge Spying on 130,000 Users
Over 130,000 users are at risk from fake TikTok downloader extensions on Chrome and Microsoft Edge. Researchers discovered these malicious tools use device fingerprinting to spy on users and steal sensitive browser data. First seen on hackread.com Jump to article: hackread.com/fake-tiktok-downloaders-chrome-edge-spy-users/
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AI Model Claude Opus turns bugs into exploits for just $2,283
Claude Opus created a working Chrome exploit for $2,283, showing that widely available AI models can already find and weaponize vulnerabilities. Claude Opus managed to produce a functional Chrome exploit for just $2,283, raising concerns about how easily AI can be used to find and exploit vulnerabilities. Below is the cost of the experiment: Model…
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Researcher Claims Claude Opus Enabled Creation of Working Chrome Exploit
A security researcher has shown that Anthropic’s Claude Opus can help build a working browser exploit chain against Google Chrome’s V8 engine, raising fresh concerns about how quickly AI can speed up offensive security work. The experiment was published by Mohan Pedhapati, also known as s1r1us, CTO of Hacktron, and it arrived just days after…
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Researcher Claims Claude Opus Enabled Creation of Working Chrome Exploit
A security researcher has shown that Anthropic’s Claude Opus can help build a working browser exploit chain against Google Chrome’s V8 engine, raising fresh concerns about how quickly AI can speed up offensive security work. The experiment was published by Mohan Pedhapati, also known as s1r1us, CTO of Hacktron, and it arrived just days after…
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Researcher Claims Claude Opus Enabled Creation of Working Chrome Exploit
A security researcher has shown that Anthropic’s Claude Opus can help build a working browser exploit chain against Google Chrome’s V8 engine, raising fresh concerns about how quickly AI can speed up offensive security work. The experiment was published by Mohan Pedhapati, also known as s1r1us, CTO of Hacktron, and it arrived just days after…
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Für 2.300 US-Dollar: Forscher entlockt Claude gefährlichen Chrome-Exploit
Ein Forscher hat mit Claude Opus in rund 20 Stunden eine funktionierende Exploit-Kette für Chrome entwickelt. Mythos braucht es dafür gar nicht. First seen on golem.de Jump to article: www.golem.de/news/fuer-2-300-us-dollar-forscher-entlockt-claude-gefaehrlichen-chrome-exploit-2604-207706.html
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Claude Opus wrote a Chrome exploit for $2,283
Pause your Mythos panic because mainstream models anyone can use already pick holes in popular software First seen on theregister.com Jump to article: www.theregister.com/2026/04/17/claude_opus_wrote_chrome_exploit/
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108 malicious Chrome extensions caught stealing Google and Telegram data from 20,000 users
Cybersecurity researchers have revealed that 108 malicious Google Chrome extensions have been quietly stealing user credentials, hijacking Telegram sessions, and injecting unwanted ads and scripts into browsers – all reporting back to the same central point. First seen on bitdefender.com Jump to article: www.bitdefender.com/en-us/blog/hotforsecurity/malicious-chrome-extensions-steal-google-telegram-data
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Google Chrome lacks protection against one of the most basic and common ways to track users online
Browser fingerprinting is everywhere First seen on theregister.com Jump to article: www.theregister.com/2026/04/16/google_chrome_lacks_browser_fingerprinting/
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Massive Chrome Extension Scam Exposes 20,000 Users to Data Theft
Researchers linked 108 malicious Chrome extensions to a coordinated campaign that exposed about 20,000 users to data theft, backdoors, and ad injection. The post Massive Chrome Extension Scam Exposes 20,000 Users to Data Theft appeared first on TechRepublic. First seen on techrepublic.com Jump to article: www.techrepublic.com/article/news-malicious-chrome-extensions-data-theft/