Update Chrome now: Critical bugs could let attackers run code
2026-05-22T20:51:51Z•f3904112ad33161c0a50fe4bbed5d33fa3f5199fcaa2101f626d41689a8583c6
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What happened
Malwarebytes Labs round-up (May 2026): multiple high-impact stories — Google released a Chrome update addressing critical remote code execution flaws (users urged to update), while Firefox 151 also ships privacy improvements and fixes for high-priority vulnerabilities. CISA added seven exploited flaws to its KEV list including two Microsoft Defender issues that are being actively exploited. Microsoft dismantled a fraudulent code‑signing service (“Fox Tempest”) used to fraudulently obtain Microsoft certificates, and attackers replaced JDownloader installer downloads with malware. A major third‑
Why it matters
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- Enrichment time
- 2026-05-22T20:51:51Z
- AI-assisted enrichment
- Yes
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