A major security warning has been issued for millions of Google Chrome users globally, with two high-severity vulnerabilities impacting all versions of the browser across Android, Windows, macOS, and Linux. These flaws, CVE-2025-0611 and CVE-2025-0612, are part of the V8 JavaScript engine and pose significant risks to user security. Vulnerability 303f06e3 received a $11,000 bounty for discovering the first flaw, while Alan Goodman claimed an $8,000 bounty for the second. Both issues allow attackers to execute malicious code on legitimate web pages, posing serious threats if exploited.
To protect yourself, it’s crucial to update your Google Chrome browser immediately. While updates will eventually roll out, you should take action now by checking for updates and restarting your device post-download to ensure they’re active. For detailed instructions, refer to Davey Winder’s guide on how to perform the update securely. Ignoring these vulnerabilities could leave users vulnerable to exploitation, especially after a week without an official patch.
Sources:
– [Davey Winder’s cybersecurity coverage](#)
Source: https://www.forbes.com/sites/daveywinder/2025/01/23/new-google-chrome-security-warning-for-3-billion-users-act-now