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Google Urges Chrome Users to Relaunch Browsers Following Critical Zero-Day Flaw

A new security update addresses CVE-2025-4664, a vulnerability actively exploited in the wild, requiring immediate user action to ensure protection.

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Overview

  • Google has released Chrome Stable versions 136.0.7103.113/.114 for Windows, Mac, and Linux to patch the zero-day vulnerability CVE-2025-4664.
  • The flaw, discovered by security researcher Vsevolod Kokorin on May 5, could allow cybercriminals to hijack devices or take over accounts.
  • Users must relaunch their Chrome browsers to activate the update, as the fix only applies after a browser restart.
  • CISA has mandated all federal agencies update their browsers by June 5 or discontinue Chrome use to mitigate risks.
  • The vulnerability highlights the recurring challenge of zero-day exploits, with Google emphasizing the importance of timely updates to protect users.