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Google Releases Chrome Update to Patch Actively Exploited V8 Zero-Day

Google has released an urgent update for Chrome to fix a zero-day vulnerability that is already being exploited.

By · Published September 4, 2026 at 12:27 UTC · Updated September 4, 2026 at 15:24 UTC

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Source diversity sample: BleepingComputer · forbes.com · Hong Kong Computer Emergency Response Team Coordination Centre · Standard-Examiner · CyberSecurityNews · Malwarebytes · The Hacker News.

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What is a zero-day vulnerability?

A zero-day vulnerability is a software flaw that is exploited by attackers before the software developer is aware of it.

What is the V8 engine?

The V8 engine is Google's open-source high-performance JavaScript and WebAssembly engine, written in C++.

How do I update Google Chrome?

To update Google Chrome, click on the three dots in the upper-right corner of the browser, go to Help, and select About Google Chrome. The browser will check for updates and install them if available.

Where it stands

Users are urged to update their browsers immediately to protect against active threats. The update addresses a critical flaw in the V8 JavaScript engine, which is actively being exploited on malicious websites.

The Hong Kong Computer Emergency Response Team Coordination Centre and CyberSecurityNews have both flagged the issue. The update comes amid broader discussions on browser security, as detailed by the Standard-Examiner.

The question remains: how widespread is the exploitation of this vulnerability?

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