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Google Fixes Sixth Chrome Zero-Day Flaw of 2026 – Update Now

Security Week · 4 Sept 2026

Key Takeaway Check that Chrome is set to update automatically across all business devices, and manually verify staff machines are running version 152 or later.

Google has released Chrome 152, addressing 12 security vulnerabilities including a high-severity type confusion flaw found in the browser's V8 JavaScript engine. This marks the sixth Chrome zero-day patched by Google so far in 2026, highlighting the continued targeting of browser software by attackers looking for ways into business systems.

Zero-day vulnerabilities are flaws that are exploited before a fix is available, making them particularly dangerous. Because Chrome is one of the most widely used browsers among Australian businesses, unpatched systems can leave staff exposed to malicious websites, drive-by downloads, or attacks that quietly compromise devices without any obvious warning signs.

While technical details of the exploited flaw haven't been publicly disclosed to prevent further abuse, Google's advisory confirms the vulnerability was serious enough to warrant an urgent update. Businesses running Chrome on staff computers, especially in environments without automatic updates enabled, should verify their browser version and apply the patch as soon as possible.

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