Chrome 157 fixes 213 security issues, including 7 critical flaws


On November 3, Google issued Chrome 157 to the stable channel for Windows, Mac and Linux. The update is rolling out over the coming days and weeks.

Most users are on Chrome’s Stable channel. The desktop update brings Chrome to versions 157.0.8103.38/.39 for Windows and Mac and 157.0.8103.38 for Linux. It includes 213 security fixes, including seven vulnerabilities rated Critical by Google.

Chrome for Android was also updated to 157.0.8103.38. It will become available on Google Play over the coming days.

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Source:  MalwareBytes Labs


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