Chrome: check that the update is installed.
Google says the latest release fixes a flaw already being exploited.
AI-assisted draft. Human review is still required before public release.
What happened
Chrome 153 is rolling out for Windows, Mac and Linux with 230 security fixes. Google reports an exploit in the wild for CVE-2026-87491, a V8 vulnerability addressed by this release.
What changes for you
This is a practical reason to check that the update has completed on your devices, not just that automatic updates are enabled.
What to keep in mind
The rollout is gradual. Google has withheld some details while users receive the fixes. This brief does not establish whether a specific device was compromised.
What you can do
Open Chrome’s About page, let it check for an update and relaunch when prompted. On a managed work device, follow your IT team’s process.
Source
chromereleases.googleblog.comSecurity update. Company claims are not independent test results.
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