Google Chrome Update Addresses High-Risk WebGPU and V8 Vulnerabilities
Google released a security update for Chrome Stable Channel (version 142.0.7444.134/.135) on Windows, macOS, and Linux, addressing five vulnerabilities, including three high-severity flaws in core browser components such as WebGPU, Views, and the V8 JavaScript engine. The Canadian Centre for Cyber Security and other sources urged users and administrators to review the advisory and apply the necessary updates to mitigate potential exploitation risks.
The most critical vulnerabilities fixed include CVE-2025-12725, CVE-2025-12726, and CVE-2025-12727, which could allow attackers to compromise affected systems if left unpatched. Users are strongly advised to update their Chrome browsers to the latest version to ensure protection against these high-risk security issues.
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Canadian Centre for Cyber Security publishes Chrome advisory AV25-728
The Canadian Centre for Cyber Security published advisory AV25-728 to notify users and organizations about the Google Chrome security update and the associated vulnerabilities. The advisory amplified official guidance to apply the patched browser version.
Google releases Chrome update fixing high-risk WebGPU and V8 flaws
Google issued a Chrome security update addressing multiple high-risk vulnerabilities, including CVE-2025-12725, CVE-2025-12726, and CVE-2025-12727 affecting components such as WebGPU and V8. The update was reported as the primary remediation event for the disclosed flaws.
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