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Google to fight hackers with weekly Chrome security updates
2023-08-09 15:30

Google has changed the Google Chrome security updates schedule from bi-weekly to weekly to address the growing patch gap problem that allows threat actors extra time to exploit published n-day and...

Chrome malware Rilide targets enterprise users via PowerPoint guides
2023-08-03 14:36

The malicious Rilide Stealer Chrome browser extension has returned in new campaigns targeting crypto users and enterprise employees to steal credentials and crypto wallets. Rilide is a malicious browser extension for Chromium-based browsers, including Chrome, Edge, Brave, and Opera, that Trustwave SpiderLabs initially discovered in April 2023.

New Version of Rilide Data Theft Malware Adapts to Chrome Extension Manifest V3
2023-08-03 14:33

Cybersecurity researchers have discovered a new version of malware called Rilide that targets Chromium-based web browsers to steal sensitive data and steal cryptocurrency. "It exhibits a higher...

Google Chrome to offer 'Link Previews' when hovering over links
2023-07-25 21:49

Google is set to improve Chrome by introducing a new "Link Preview" feature. Link Preview allows users to view a small popup web page preview simply by clicking or hovering over a hyperlink.

Google Chrome gets Windows 11's new design - how to enable it
2023-07-20 16:18

Google's Chrome 115 has a new feature that allows users to use Windows Mica material, a design element that enhances user personalization. Mica is a distinctive design feature that doesn't just stay opaque but fuses with the user's desktop theme and wallpaper.

Chrome's big design refresh uses Microsoft Mica effect in custom themes
2023-07-09 14:47

Google is working on a significant design overhaul for Chrome across Windows, Mac, and Chromebook platforms. A distinct change in Chrome 2023 refresh changes how custom themes look in the browser.

Malwarebytes issues fix for Chrome broken by Windows 11 KB5027231
2023-06-19 18:33

Malwarebytes released a fix for a known issue breaking Google Chrome on its customers' systems after installing the Windows 11 22H2 KB5027231 cumulative update released last week. Malwarebytes has now fixed the conflict with the Chrome web browser on up-to-date Windows 11 systems.

Windows 11 KB5027231 also breaks Chrome for Cisco, WatchGuard EDR users
2023-06-16 16:56

The Windows 11 22H2 KB5027231 cumulative update released during this month's Patch Tuesday also breaks Google Chrome on systems protected by Cisco and WatchGuard EDR and antivirus solutions. As BleepingComputer reported on Wednesday, Windows admins and users report having issues launching the web browser after installing the KB5027231 Windows 11 updates.

Windows 11 KB5027231 update breaks Google Chrome for Malwarebytes users
2023-06-14 19:33

Malwarebytes confirmed today that the Windows 11 22H2 KB5027231 cumulative update released this Patch Tuesday breaks Google Chrome on its customers' systems. The company published a support article today confirming the Malwarebytes conflict with Google Chrome after installing the June 2023 Patch Tuesday updates on Windows 11 systems.

Google Chrome password manager gets new safeguards for your credentials
2023-06-08 16:00

Google Chrome is getting new security-enhancing features for the built-in Password Manager, making it easier for users to manage their passwords and stay safe from account hijacking attacks. The Chrome Password Manager is an integrated part of Google's services that can manage and autofill credentials on the Chrome browser and other Google software products, syncing the login information across all apps used by the same Google Account.