August 18, 2024 at 02:03PM Google is testing a new feature for Chrome on Android that redacts sensitive form fields, like credit card details and passwords, during screen sharing and recording. The feature is under testing and may be available in Chrome Canary in the coming weeks. It aims to address the issue of leaking … Read more
August 8, 2024 at 12:34PM A vulnerability called “0.0.0.0 Day” was revealed 18 years ago, enabling harmful websites to circumvent security in Google Chrome, Mozilla Firefox, and Apple Safari, and access local network services. Based on the meeting notes, the key takeaway is that there is a serious vulnerability called “0.0.0.0 Day” that was disclosed … Read more
August 2, 2024 at 04:54PM A recent Google Chrome update has broken the drag-and-drop feature in the Downloads bubble, preventing users from dragging and dropping downloaded files onto websites or tabs. This issue, reported by BleepingComputer, affects versions 127.0.6533.73 and 126.0.6478.185 and is due to a new performance-enhancing feature. Google has created a fix to … Read more
August 2, 2024 at 04:11PM Google Chrome is urging uBlock Origin users to switch to other ad blockers before disabling Manifest v2 extensions. This is due to the deprecation of Manifest v2 in favor of Manifest v3. Users are advised to replace uBlock Origin with options such as uBO Lite, Adblock Plus, Stands AdBlocker, or … Read more
July 31, 2024 at 12:43PM Google is bolstering Chrome’s security for Windows users by implementing app-bound encryption to protect sensitive data like session cookies from infostealer malware. This new encryption method links data to specific apps and requires system privileges, making it harder for attackers to steal user data. Google plans to expand this encryption … Read more
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
July 25, 2024 at 11:26AM Google Chrome now features a two-tier warning system for downloaded files using AI-powered malware verdicts. The new warnings provide more information about the potential danger, improving user discretion and protection. Enhanced Protection mode prompts users to enter passwords for deeper scanning, providing extra security and data privacy. These updates aim … Read more
July 25, 2024 at 08:18AM Google has decided not to eliminate third-party cookies from its Chrome browser. Instead, the company will offer users choices on how they are tracked online. After engaging with stakeholders, including advertisers and regulators, Google aims to introduce a new browsing experience that prioritizes user choice and privacy while also providing … Read more
July 25, 2024 at 05:16AM Google has enhanced protections in Chrome against malicious downloads. Users now receive more detailed warnings leveraging AI-powered malware verdicts. Enhanced Protection mode enables automatic deep scanning, catching new malware, while Standard Protection mode checks metadata of files against Safe Browsing. Additionally, the company is tackling malware in encrypted archives with … Read more
July 24, 2024 at 12:12PM Google Chrome has introduced a two-tier warning system to enhance user protection when downloading potentially risky password-protected files. It employs AI-powered malware verdicts from its Safe Browsing service to quickly assess the risk level of downloaded files. In addition, Enhanced Protection mode prompts users to enter passwords for deeper scan … Read more