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Microsoft Edge runs on the Chromium engine but the browser continues to face regular security risks that will be of concern to millions of users.
The CERT-In has issued a new risk alert for Edge users.
The Indian government has warned users about a major security issue concerning the Microsoft Edge web browser this week. The new security bulletin via the Indian Computer Emergency Response Team or CERT-In gives the security warning a high rating.
The security agency claims that the web browser from Microsoft has multiple security vulnerabilities that could allow an attacker to cause denial of service condition, remote code execution and bypass the security of your device and give them access to the data.
Microsoft Edge Security Risk: What It Says
The agency has also given the details of the issue and how it could affect the targeted devices. “Multiple vulnerabilities exist in Microsoft Edge (Chromium-based) due to out of bounds memory access in V8, Use after free in Navigation, V8; Inappropriate implementation in Browser UI and Security Feature Bypass. A remote attacker could exploit these vulnerabilities by sending a specially crafted request on the targeted system.”
The security warning from CERT-In also clarifies the Edge browser versions that are affected by the major risk:
Microsoft Edge (Chromium-based) versions prior to 133.0.3065.69
So if you have versions higher than this one, you are protected by the latest Microsoft patch for the update. The good news is that Microsoft has already issued a security bulletin for this issue, so we suggest you update the Edge browser on your PC and other devices right away. You can go to Microsoft Edge – Help And Feedback – About Microsoft Edge and you will automatically see the latest version installed on the device.
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