Google Patches High-Severity Chrome Zero-Day (CVE-2022-3723) Exploited in the Wild
Google has rushed out an emergency security update for Chrome, fixing a high-severity vulnerability (CVE-2022-3723) that's already being exploited in the wild. This marks the seventh Chrome zero-day patched this year, highlighting the importance of prompt patching for desktop and laptop applications.
The flaw lies in Chrome's V8 JavaScript engine, presenting a type-confusion issue that could allow attackers to execute code or cause crashes if exploited. While attacks on the V8 component are not common, they can be particularly dangerous.
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With this latest emergency update, Google underscores the need for prompt patching. Security and IT personnel should prioritize patching desktop and laptop applications as soon as zero-day fixes are released. Smart automation for third-party applications allows organizations to respond swiftly to new zero-day threats with minimal IT intervention.
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