Google Chrome adds app-bound encryption to block infostealer malware

July 30, 2024 at 01:07PM Google Chrome on Windows introduces app-bound encryption to enhance cookie protection and defend against information-stealing malware. This encryption, explained by software engineer Will Harris, ties data to app identity, making it accessible only to the intended app. The enhanced protection will be extended to passwords, payment data, and other sensitive … Read more

Firefox, Chrome Updates Patch High-Severity Vulnerabilities

October 25, 2023 at 03:57PM Mozilla and Google have released software updates for Firefox and Chrome to address high-severity vulnerabilities, including memory safety bugs. Mozilla’s Firefox update addresses 11 vulnerabilities, including an insufficient activation-delay bug and memory safety issues that could allow arbitrary code execution. The update also patches medium-severity flaws affecting header leakage, crashes, … Read more