Google Urges Chrome Users to Update Immediately After Discovering CVE-2025-10585 Zero-Day Exploited by Hackers
Google has released a critical Chrome security update to fix CVE-2025-10585, an actively exploited zero-day vulnerability. Users are strongly advised to update Chrome immediately to stay protected.
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Google has released a crucial security update for its Chrome web browser after discovering four new vulnerabilities, one of which has already been exploited by hackers.The most significant bug is identified as CVE-2025-10585, a zero-day vulnerability in Chrome's V8 JavaScript and WebAssembly engines.
The event, also known as type confusion, poses a major security concern. It occurs when Chrome becomes confused when processing code, allowing attackers to take advantage of the error. As a result, hackers may cause the browser to crash or even install malicious programs on your device. In simpler terms, it's similar to a flaw in Chrome's system that hackers may exploit to gain access.
Google's Threat Analysis Group (TAG) reported the vulnerability on September 16, 2025. While Google confirmed that the vulnerability is being actively exploited, it has not revealed who is behind the attacks or how broad they are. This is common practice to prevent other attackers from exploiting the vulnerability before people update their browsers. This is not the first time Chrome has faced similar security vulnerabilities. In fact, CVE-2025-10585 is currently the sixth zero-day flaw identified in Chrome this year, demonstrating how frequently attackers target web browsers.
To keep protected, Google recommends that users upgrade Chrome as soon as possible.The most recent secure versions are 140.0.7339.185/.186 for Windows and macOS, and 140.0.7339.185 for Linux. To update, simply open the browser menu, select Help, and then About Google Chrome. Once the update has completed, click Relaunch.
It's also important to note that this update affects more than simply Chrome users.Other Chromium-based browsers, such as Microsoft Edge, Brave, Opera, and Vivaldi, also require patches. Users of these browsers should monitor for security updates and install them as soon as they become available. With cyber threats increasing by the day, keeping your browser up to date is one of the most easy yet effective things you can take to defend yourself from online attacks.
Information referenced in this article is from The Hackers News
