Another victim of the never-ending litany of security flaws in 2026 is Google’s well-known Chrome web browser. The Indian Computer Emergency Response Team (CERT-In) released the most recent Chrome security warning in January 2026 with a medium severity rating. Although this notice may not seem particularly hazardous, it should be handled carefully.
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Security in Chrome Problem: CERT-In’s Statements
The security organization’s bulletin contains information on the latest Chrome problem. Due to inadequate policy enforcement in the WebView tag, Google Chrome has a Security Restriction Bypass vulnerability. A remote attacker may be able to get around security limitations on the targeted system if this vulnerability is successfully exploited.
Hackers can obtain all the data and other crucial information that you would like to protect from malicious actors by circumventing your system’s protection. Chrome has the potential to become a powerful tool for both individuals and organizations who rely on the browser for daily work and other tasks if the vulnerability is exploited.
Who Is at Risk Due to a Security Issue in Chrome?
The security body has advised Chrome users on Windows, MacOS, and Linux about the hazards associated with these versions, which you should be aware of:
- Google Chrome prior to 143.0.7499.192 (Linux)
- Google Chrome prior to 143.0.7499.192/.193 (Mac)
- Google Chrome prior to 143.0.7499.192/.193 (Windows)
We recommend that you update your browser right away if you are using Chrome and its version is older than these. Along with the facts, Google has released the latest patch updates for the impacted versions. Google Chrome users on Windows, macOS, and Linux need to get the most recent software update. To accomplish this, navigate to Chrome’s three-dot menu and select Settings > About > Update Chrome.
