By Davey Winder
Publication Date: 2026-01-08 14:48:00
All Google Chrome users must ensure their browser is updated now as new security bypass confirmed.
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Updated January 8 with more news concerning Google Chrome web browser updates, this time involving a new and hidden change, in addition to the original high-rated security vulnerability reporting.
Here we go again. Welcome to 2026. Google has confirmed that a new, high-rated vulnerability could leave your apps exposed to attack. This affects 3 billion Chrome users, who must ensure their browser is updated as soon as possible. Do not wait for the official fix for CVE-2026-0628 to find you; go get it now.
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