Chrome Chaos: Google Patches High-Severity 0-Day Vulnerability Amidst Cybersecurity Drama
Google releases patches for a Chrome 0-Day vulnerability in its V8 engine. This isn’t about fixing a loose screw; it’s about locking down the garage before the raccoons throw a party. Remember, unpatched software is like leaving your front door open with a sign saying “Free Wi-Fi”.
Hot Take:
Well, folks, it looks like Google Chrome’s V8 engine has been out-v8-gated by clever cybercriminals! Time to update your browsers faster than a cheetah on a caffeine high! Meanwhile, while PathWiper sounds like a new cleaning product, it’s just scrubbing Ukraine’s infrastructure of its data. And who knew fake Salesforce apps were the new hot accessory for phishing scammers? Remember, if it sounds like a wizard, it’s probably a hacker.
Key Points:
- Google patches a high-severity vulnerability in the Chrome V8 engine.
- PathWiper malware targets Ukrainian infrastructure using legitimate admin tools.
- Iran-affiliated BladedFeline group launches malware attacks on Kurdish and Iraqi officials.
- Voice phishing group UNC6040 tricks Salesforce users with a modified Data Loader app.
- Google to distrust certificates from Chunghwa Telecom and Netlock.
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