Archive · 19 May 2025
CERT-In Alerts Chrome Users to High-Severity Security Risks
CERT-In is warning about security problems in older versions of Google Chrome.
These problems could allow hackers to take control of your computer by tricking you into visiting a bad website or clicking a dangerous link.
To fix this, update your Chrome browser to the latest version.
This ensures that you have the newest protections and keeps your information safe.
Google has released updates to fix the security issues; make sure you update as soon as possible.
CERT-In issued a high-severity security alert for Google Chrome users.
Older versions of Chrome have vulnerabilities that could allow hackers to remotely control computers.
One vulnerability (CVE-2025-4664) is already being actively exploited.
Users are advised to update Chrome to the latest version to avoid cyberattacks.
Google has patched the issues in versions 136.0.7103.113 (Linux, Mac) and 136.0.7103.114 (Windows).
- Who
- CERT-In and Google
- What
- Security vulnerabilities in Google Chrome
- When
- Users should update immediately.
- Where
- N/A
- Why
- To prevent unauthorized access and protect user data.
- Source
- CERT-In
- Severity
- High
- Affected Software
- Google Chrome
- Affected Versions
- Prior to 136.0.7103.113 (Linux, Mac) and 136.0.7103.114 (Windows)
- Resolution
- 136.0.7103.113 (Linux, Mac) and 136.0.7103.114 (Windows) or higher
- Vulnerabilities
- CVE-2025-4664, CVE-2025-4609
Sources
Government has a Google Chrome warning for Windows and Mac users
Google Chrome users: Government issues high-risk warning, immediate action required
Government warns Google Chrome users on Windows and Mac of severe security risks
