Significant Security Vulnerability Found for Chrome & Edge Browsers

Users in the middle of a cyber attack

A critical security alert has been issued for users of Google Chrome and Microsoft Edge due to emerging AI-driven cyber threats. The risks posed by "agentic AI" attacks, which exploit vulnerabilities in browser settings, particularly when using AI tools. These attacks are described as a "security nightmare," as AI tools often lack robust cybersecurity awareness, making browsers susceptible to malicious exploits.

The importance of setting browser protection to the highest level, specifically recommending Google’s Enhanced Protection mode for Chrome, which provides warnings against dangerous sites, downloads, and extensions. Edge users are similarly advised to maximize their browser’s security settings. This is crucial as the scale of Chrome’s user base makes it a prime target, though Edge, built on the same Chromium platform, faces similar risks.

Additionally, a recent emergency update was released for Chrome (version 138.0.7204.96/.97 for Windows/Mac) and Edge to address a high-severity vulnerability (CVE-2025-6554), a Type Confusion flaw in Google’s V8 JavaScript engine. This flaw, already exploited in the wild, could allow hackers to execute remote code via crafted HTML pages. Users are urged to update their browsers immediately and restart them to ensure the fix is applied.

We want to express how urgent it is to act quickly, as attackers often capitalize on the window between vulnerability disclosure and user updates. By adjusting browser settings and applying the latest updates, users can significantly reduce their exposure to these sophisticated AI-fueled threats.

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Source: Forbes Article