August 1, 2024 at 05:54AM Google has introduced app-bound encryption to Chrome on Windows to enhance browser security. This new feature prevents malicious applications from accessing encrypted data, increasing the difficulty for attackers. The change applies only to cookies currently but may expand to include passwords and payment data in the future. This is part … 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 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 25, 2024 at 01:57AM Google is enhancing security in Chrome by adding new warnings for potentially dangerous file downloads. The new warnings convey more detailed information and offer a two-tier warning system based on Google Safe Browsing verdicts. Enhanced Protection mode allows for automatic deep scans without user prompts, while maintaining user privacy by … 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
March 15, 2024 at 04:45AM Google has introduced an enhanced version of Safe Browsing, offering real-time, privacy-preserving URL protection to prevent users from visiting potentially harmful sites. By shifting to server-side checks, Google aims to improve the detection of phishing attempts and protect user privacy. The new approach involves obfuscating URLs and using encrypted hash … Read more
March 14, 2024 at 02:06PM Google has upgraded Safe Browsing in Chrome for desktop, iOS, and soon Android, providing real-time protection against risky websites without sharing browsing history with Google. The enhanced service uses real-time URL lookups and machine learning, while the Standard version now supports privacy-preserving real-time data lookup. It employs a technical enhancement … Read more
March 14, 2024 at 12:09PM Google has enhanced Safe Browsing in Chrome, providing real-time protection by checking sites against a server-side list of bad domains, aiming to block 25% more phishing attempts. This server-side approach ensures timely updates and efficient storage, improving user privacy. The update is rolling out to Chrome users on desktop and … Read more
January 18, 2024 at 11:03AM COLDRIVER, a Russia-linked threat actor, has evolved its tactics to include creating and using its first custom malware in the Rust programming language. The group leverages PDF decoy documents in spear-phishing campaigns, targeting organizations in various sectors. Google TAG has observed the actor’s use of benign PDFs to deliver a … Read more
December 25, 2023 at 01:35PM Google has updated the Chrome Safety Check feature to automatically check for compromised passwords and alert desktop users about dangerous extensions. It will also revoke permissions for less-visited websites and identify and disable excessive notifications. Additionally, new features include saving tab groups and upgrading performance controls. Google also automatically upgrades … Read more