🚨 Chrome Users, Beware! Govt Issues Urgent Alert for PC & Mac Users in India! 💻🔒
- MediaFx
- 4 hours ago
- 2 min read
TL;DR: The Indian government's cybersecurity agency, CERT-In, has flagged a serious security issue in Google Chrome for desktop users. Hackers are actively exploiting a vulnerability that can let them take over your computer. If you're using Chrome on Windows, Mac, or Linux, update it immediately to version 136.0.7103.113 or later to stay safe.
🛑 What’s the Big Deal? 😱
The Indian Computer Emergency Response Team (CERT-In) has issued a high-severity warning for Google Chrome users on desktop platforms. A critical vulnerability, identified as CVE-2025-4664, is being actively exploited by hackers. This flaw allows attackers to execute arbitrary code on your system, potentially giving them full control over your device.
🖥️ Who's at Risk? 🧑💻
If you're using Google Chrome on:
Windows
macOS
Linux
...and haven't updated to version 136.0.7103.113 or later, your system is vulnerable. Mobile users are less affected, but it's still good practice to keep all devices updated.
⚠️ How Can This Affect You? 🕵️♂️
Hackers can exploit this vulnerability by tricking you into visiting a malicious website. Once there, they can:
Install malware or spyware
Steal personal and financial information
Gain unauthorized access to your system
Cause system instability or crashes
This isn't just a theoretical risk; active exploitation has been reported.
🔄 What Should You Do? 🛠️
To protect yourself:
Open Google Chrome.
Click on the three-dot menu in the top-right corner.
Go to Help > About Google Chrome.
Chrome will automatically check for updates and install the latest version.
Restart the browser to complete the update.
Ensure you're running version 136.0.7103.113 or later.
🧠 MediaFx's Take: A Wake-Up Call for Digital Vigilance 🔍
This incident underscores the vulnerabilities inherent in our digital infrastructure, especially when dominated by a few major players like Google. It's a stark reminder of the need for:
Regular software updates
Diversification of tools and platforms
Increased investment in cybersecurity, particularly for the working class who may lack resources
In a society striving for equality, access to secure and private digital tools should be a right, not a privilege.
