CERT-In Issues High Severity Warning For Google Chrome Users
A vulnerability note from CERT-In stated: “Multiple vulnerabilities have been reported in Google Chrome which could allow a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code on the targeted system.”;
By : DC Web Desk
Update: 2025-05-19 10:37 GMT
The Indian Computer Emergency Response Team (CERT-In) has issued a ‘High’ severity warning for the Google Chrome web browser.
Dated May 16, 2025, a vulnerability note from CERT-In stated: “Multiple vulnerabilities have been reported in Google Chrome which could allow a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code on the targeted system.”
The nodal government cybersecurity agency said the vulnerabilities were identified in Google Chrome for Windows, Mac, and Linux.
According to CERT-In, Google Chrome versions prior to 136.0.7103.113/.114 for Windows and Mac, and versions prior to 136.0.7103.113 for Linux, are affected.
“Multiple vulnerabilities exist in Google Chrome due to insufficient policy enforcement in Loader and incorrect handle provided in unspecified circumstances in Mojo. A remote attacker could exploit these vulnerabilities by persuading a victim to visit a specially crafted web page,” the vulnerability note explained.
“This vulnerability (CVE-2025-4664) is being exploited in the wild. Users are advised to apply patches/mitigation urgently,” it further stated.
CERT-In has advised users to update their Google Chrome web browser to the latest version, which can be accessed through Chrome’s update system.
