Browser Security
The latest Browser Security coverage — news, analysis, and updates from the WindowsNews.AI desk.
Google Chrome Crashing on Windows? Microsoft Family Safety Might Be the Culprit
Windows users worldwide are reporting a perplexing issue where Google Chrome refuses to open or crashes immediately after launch. The common thread? Microsoft Family Safety appears to be the hidden...
Family Safety broken by Chrome update forces parents to seek workarounds
The digital parenting landscape has been shaken by recent compatibility issues between Microsoft Family Safety and Google Chrome, leaving many families scrambling for solutions. As Chrome continues...
Palo Alto Networks Patches Critical Privilege Escalation Flaws - What You Need to Know
Palo Alto Networks has swiftly addressed multiple critical privilege escalation vulnerabilities across its product line, including its PAN-OS operating system and GlobalProtect solutions. These...
Critical CVE-2025-5958 Chromium Media Flaw: What You Need to Know
A newly discovered vulnerability in Chromium's Media component (CVE-2025-5958) has sent shockwaves through the cybersecurity community. This critical "use after free" flaw could allow attackers to...
CVE-2025-5959: Critical V8 Engine Vulnerability Explained & Mitigation Guide
The discovery of CVE-2025-5959 has sent shockwaves through the web security community, exposing a critical type confusion vulnerability in Chrome's V8 JavaScript engine that could allow remote code...
Microsoft Edge for Business Enhances Security with Encrypted Password Deployment
Microsoft Edge for Business has taken a significant leap in enterprise security with its latest feature enabling IT administrators to deploy encrypted passwords directly to users' browsers. This...
Microsoft June Patch Tuesday: Patch 66 flaws including 6 critical RCE and 1 actively exploited zero-day
Microsoft's June Patch Tuesday has arrived with a substantial security payload, addressing 66 documented vulnerabilities across Windows, Office, and other core products. Among these fixes are six...
Microsoft Edge Enhances Privacy with Per-Site Extension Management
Microsoft Edge continues to push the boundaries of browser customization with its latest feature: per-site extension management. This powerful addition gives users unprecedented control over which...
Firefox 139.0.4 patches Windows memory leaks and stability bugs with urgent security fixes.
Mozilla's latest Firefox 139.0.4 update delivers critical fixes that address under-the-radar issues impacting Windows users' browsing experience. While not a flashy feature release, this maintenance...
June Patch Tuesday: Two Active Zero-Days, Critical Fixes for MSMQ, Edge & Legacy Risks
Every month, Microsoft’s Patch Tuesday looms as a critical date on the IT administrator’s calendar, and this cycle is no exception. Microsoft has sounded the alarm on 66 vulnerabilities, with two...
Microsoft Edge 138 Beta: AI, Media Control & Privacy Upgrades Explained
Microsoft Edge 138 Beta marks another leap forward in browser innovation, blending AI-powered productivity with refined privacy controls. The latest beta release introduces Copilot-driven...
Microsoft Edge for iOS Tests Extension Support: A Game-Changer for Mobile Browsing
Microsoft Edge is pushing the boundaries of mobile browsing with its latest beta release for iOS, which now includes experimental support for browser extensions. This development could revolutionize...