Security News > 2024 > July > Google Chrome now asks for passwords to scan protected archives

Google Chrome now warns when downloading risky password-protected files and provides improved alerts with more information about potentially malicious downloaded files.

The Chrome browser now also sends suspicious files to the company's servers for a deeper scan for users with Enhanced Protection mode enabled in Safe Browsing, providing extra protection while "Reducing user friction."

The company says that files and file passwords uploaded to its servers will be deleted promptly after scanning, and all collected data will be used only to boost download protection for all Chrome users.

Those who use Chrome in Standard Protection mode will also be asked to enter the passwords of the downloaded archives.

Despite these assurances, many companies will likely not take Google's word for granted and train employees not to provide Chrome with a password for password-protected archives containing corporate data, in order to prevent potential data leaks.

Today's announcement comes after Google redesigned the Chrome download experience in August to display alerts in the web browser's address bar and expanded browser warnings and notifications to accommodate extra information.

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