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Google Chrome 149 Update Fixes 72 Flaws, Including Active Zero-Day Exploit

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Google has released an update for its Chrome browser, version 149, addressing 72 security vulnerabilities. Among these is a zero-day exploit, CVE-2026-11645, affecting the V8 Javascript engine, which has an active exploit in the wild. While not rated as critical, this vulnerability allows for remote code execution within the browser's sandbox. The update also includes 17 other critical vulnerabilities, many of which were discovered with the assistance of AI tools, highlighting the growing role of artificial intelligence in cybersecurity. AI

IMPACT Ensures protection against a zero-day exploit, maintaining user security and trust in web browsing.

RANK_REASON This is a routine security update for a widely used software product, not a novel release or significant industry event.

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Google Chrome 149 Update Fixes 72 Flaws, Including Active Zero-Day Exploit

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  1. Forbes — Innovation TIER_1 English(EN) · Davey Winder, Senior Contributor ·

    New Google Chrome 149 Update Patches Exploited Zero-Day

    Following the largest-ever Google Chrome security fix, a new update is now available, and one vulnerability stands out: a zero-day already exploited in the wild.

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