Google fixes serious Chrome flaw – PC and Android owners must update their devices now

GOOGLE has issued a quick-fire update to web and Android users over four high-rated security issues in the browser.

Chrome’s web surfers have been urged to keep their eyes peeled for the update to make sure they’re protected.

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Despite no mention of hackers noticing these security holes, web users have been urged to update their browser as soon as possible[/caption]

The tech giant began issuing out weekly rather than fortnightly browser security updates at the beginning of August.

In this week’s update, four high risk security flaws have been fixed.

Google hasn’t said whether any of the cyber gaps have been exploited by hackers in the wild.

The update will automatically install on people’s browsers in the coming weeks.

Despite no mention of hackers noticing these security holes, web users have been urged to update their browser as soon as possible.

Desktop users may speed up the installation of the update by loading chrome://settings/help, or selecting Menu > Help > About Google Chrome.

Check the list below for the right update to install on each eligible device:

• Chrome for Linux and Mac: 116.0.5845.179
• Chrome Extended Stable channel for Mac: 116.0.5845.179
• Chrome for Windows: 116.0.5845.179 or 116.0.5845.180
• Chrome Extended Stable channel for Windows: 116.0.5845.180
• Chrome for Android: 116.0.5845.172

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