Update Now! Zero

by Suzanne Kantra on June 06, 2023in News, Computers and Software, Internet & Networking, Computer Safety & Support, Blog :: 0 comments

As reported by the security blog Sophos Security, Google's Threat Research Group has found an active zero-day exploit that could let hackers into your computer through your Chrome or Edge browser. Zero-day vulnerabilities are especially concerning due to hackers having already discovered and exploited the flaw in active attacks. Luckily, rectifying the issue is as simple as updating your web browser.

By default, Chrome automatically downloads updates, but they remain uninstalled until you close and relaunch the browser. This situation can be risky if you usually keep your browser open because you may not receive timely updates.

You can easily see if your Chrome browser is up to date by looking at the upper right corner of your Chrome browser. If you see an Update button, click on it, and then select Update Google Chrome. Your Chrome browser will restart. If you don't close your open tabs, Chrome will reopen them for you when it restarts.

You may not be protected even if you don't see the update button. That's because you may have downloaded the update but not restarted your browser to complete the update. Here's how to check:

To see if your Edge browser is up to date, look at the upper right corner of your Edge browser. If you see a green, orange, or red dot on your profile icon, you need to update Edge.

While it's convenient to keep your web browser open, make sure you restart it at least once a week. And it's important to ensure your operating system is also kept updated (see our story How to Update Windows 11).

[Image credit: Screenshot via Techlicious with Smartmockups]

For the past 20+ years, Techlicious founder Suzanne Kantra has been exploring and writing about the world's most exciting and important science and technology issues. Prior to Techlicious, Suzanne was the Technology Editor for Martha Stewart Living Omnimedia and the Senior Technology Editor for Popular Science. Suzanne has been featured on CNN, CBS, and NBC.

Leave a Comment Here

Home | About | Meet the Team | Contact UsMedia Kit | Newsletter SponsorshipsAccessibility StatementTerms of Use | Privacy & Cookie Policy

Techlicious participates in affiliate programs, including the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, which provide a small commission from some, but not all, of the "click-thru to buy" links contained in our articles. These click-thru links are determined after the article has been written, based on price and product availability — the commissions do not impact our choice of recommended product, nor the price you pay. When you use these links, you help support our ongoing editorial mission to provide you with the best product recommendations.© Techlicious LLC.