Update fast: Google patches serious security vulnerability in Chrome

Get updated: Chrome has patched a major vulnerability against hacks in its latest version. — dpa

Google has found a major security problem in its Chrome browser and is calling on everyone who uses it to update as soon as possible to avoid falling victim to hacks.

Google says that the vulnerability is publicly known and could therefore be exploited for attacks on anyone using the browser. With several billion Chrome installations worldwide, there are many potential targets.