Nowadays, it has become difficult to live without internet. And the most popular browser for browsing the internet is Google Chrome.
In India, Google Chrome has millions of users.
But do you know that there is a big threat looming over these users?
The government has warned that Google Chrome users should do some important work quickly, otherwise their bank accounts may be empty!
How can this be possible?
Actually, Computer Emergency Response Team (CRET-In) has found security flaws in some versions of Google Chrome web browser.
These flaws have been kept in the high risk category, due to which many hackers can misuse them.
What can hackers do using these flaws?
They can steal your personal data, such as your passwords, banking information, and credit card information.
They can install viruses and malware on your system.
They can take control of your computer.
Which Google Chrome versions are affected by these flaws?
According to CRET-In, the following versions of Google Chrome are affected by these vulnerabilities:
For Windows and Mac: All Google Chrome versions before 124.0.6367.78/.79
For Linux: All Chrome versions before 124.0.6367.78
How to protect yourself from these flaws?
To protect yourself from these flaws, you should do the following:
Update your Google Chrome immediately. Google Chrome usually updates automatically, but you can also update it manually. To do this, follow these steps:
Open Google Chrome.
In the upper right corner, click on the three dots.
Click “Help”.
Click “About Google Chrome.”
If an update is available, it will be automatically downloaded and installed.
If there is no update available, you need to click on the “Check for Updates” button.
Use an anti-virus and anti-malware program. This will help protect your system from viruses and malware.
Use strong passwords. Use different strong passwords for all your online accounts.
Keep your software updated. Keep all your software updated to the latest version.
