Restart Chrome: That’s the easiest way to update. The latest patch fixes a zero-day flaw. Translation: Hackers know about it, so update your Chrome browser now.
Update now: Apple, Google, Mozilla AND Microsoft just patched zero-day flaws
It’s not often that all the heavy hitters get hit around the same time, but Apple, Microsoft and Google found and patched zero-day flaws in April.
Zero-day vulnerabilities are discovered before security researchers and software developers become aware of them. This round affects some of the biggest tech companies on the planet, so chances are you have a device or software that needs to be updated ASAP.
Update your iPhone
You know it’s a big deal when Apple rushes out one update after another. iOS 16.4.1 launched hot on the heels of iOS 16.4. It addresses two flaws, both of which allow attackers to run commands on your phone.
- Go to Settings > General > Software Update and tap Download and Install.
- To turn on automatic updates, go to Settings > General > Automatic Updates and toggle on the options to download and install iOS updates.
Update your Android
Google released multiple updates for Android phones addressing issues that rang in severity. The most critical flaw enabled attackers to remotely access your phone no matter where you are.
- Go to Settings > System > System update.
- To turn on automatic updates, go to Settings > Software Update and tap the gear cog. Tap Auto Download & Install and select to use Wi-Fi or cellular data for your updates.
Update Chrome
Google patched a number of flaws in its Chrome browser over the course of April, including a zero-day exploit that allows attackers to run code on your computer.
- Click on the three stacked dots in the upper right corner and hover over Help and click on About Google Chrome. If an update is available, it’ll begin downloading automatically.
- Google Chrome automatically updates itself whenever it detects a new version available. This happens in the background and you won’t even notice it. You can manually update anytime using the above instructions, too.
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What will Apple announce for iOS 17 in June?
You know it’s a big deal when Apple rushes out one update after another. The latest iOS 16.4.1 patch addresses zero-day flaws and other security concerns. Here’s what you need to know and how to get the update.
If we go by the release dates of Apple’s mobile operating system going back to iOS 6, we should see the next one this September. And as is usual, Apple will announce what’s coming at its annual Developers Conference in June.
Apple releases emergency update for iPhone, iPad and Mac
Apple doesn’t typically release operating system updates over a weekend. When it does, you know it’s important. This week, the tech giant released emergency updates for iPhone, iPad and Mac computers that address zero-day flaws and other security concerns. That’s why you need to update your Apple devices ASAP!
Check this list - Phones vulnerable to a new no-click hack
Researchers recently discovered that certain mobile phones suffer from a severe flaw where no user interaction is required to be hacked. These are called no-click hacks, and often the criminal only needs to know the target’s phone number.
Patch your Windows PC now to fix 3 zero-day exploits
Keeping your operating system updated is a great way to fend off cybercriminals. Many Widows updates contain patches that fix vulnerabilities that hackers can exploit. The latest Windows update is no different, as it fixes three dangerous zero-day flaws.
Have an older iPhone? Install this update now to block hackers
Smartphones have been under attack by hackers all year. We recently told you about an Android threat that would let anyone unlock it to do who knows what. Tap or click here for details and how to patch the issue.
Now it’s Apple’s turn. A zero-day flaw has been discovered in older Apple devices that would allow malicious websites to perform nefarious tasks in the background. The good news is there is now a fix for the issue.
Update your PC! New Windows update fixes 6 zero-day flaws hackers are using
As the second Tuesday of the month rolls around, most software developers release critical patches and vulnerability updates. Microsoft pushed out several updates for Windows 10 and Windows 11 in October. Tap or click here to see what was fixed and how to get the update.
Update your iPhone, Mac and iPad now! Emergency patch fixes zero-day flaws
It is crucial that you keep your devices updated to the latest versions. Typically, these updates correct security flaws and vulnerabilities but can often include a few new features.
Android devices are more targeted by cybercriminals than Apple, but the operating system updates are equally important. When Apple releases an emergency patch for iOS, macOS and iPadOS, you know that it is serious.
Update Chrome now to patch another zero-day flaw being used in attacks
Updates to software and operating systems aren’t anything new, often released with varying degrees of severity. But when an update rolls out to correct a single zero-day exploit, you know it’s serious.
While details are a bit sparse, Google quickly made an update available to fix another recently discovered vulnerability in its Chrome browser. This comes just over two weeks since Google’s last update patched 27 other Chrome issues.
Emergency update for Chrome - Patch now to fix zero-day flaw
Operating systems and browsers are constantly receiving updates. Some are needed for cool new features, but others fix newly discovered flaws. Tap or click here for a Windows update that fixes 55 bugs and significant vulnerabilities.
Windows 11: 5 best tips, tricks and features to try now
Windows 11 is out and like any updated operating system, it packs some new features and capabilities. It also sports a new look, and like Windows 10, it’s free to upgrade to Windows 11.
Windows 11 launched for newer eligible PCs first. Others may have to wait to get it sometime between now and mid-2022. If you have a Windows 10 PC, you’ll get a notification of when you can upgrade. Want to skip the line? Tap or click here for instructions on how to get Microsoft’s newest OS right now.
Update Chrome to get access to a bunch of time-saving new features
Storing online files and documents in Google Drive is incredibly helpful. Once uploaded, they are safe from accidental deletion, malware infection, or when you might run out of storage space. Tap or click here for nine things you didn’t know your Chromebook could do.
Use an iPhone, iPad or Mac? You need to update NOW
A few months ago, we learned cybercriminals got their hands on military-grade hacking software called Pegasus, which the Israeli company NSO Group designed. While researching a potential hack of a Saudi activist’s phone, Citizen Lab blew the whistle on this scary security flaw. Allegedly, NSO clients used Pegasus to spy on and hack into the phones of at least 37 journalists.
Will Windows 11 run on your PC? Check the requirements now
Updated July 1, 2021: A glitch with Microsoft’s PC Health Check app has forced the company to take the tool down. It was giving people wrong and confusing information on whether their PC is capable of running Windows 11. There is no date yet on when it will be available. Microsoft now says its, “coming soon.” Click here for Microsoft’s full explanation and your system’s minimum requirements.
Windows 10: Latest security patch fixes a zero-day vulnerability
Microsoft and other tech companies regularly release updates and security patches for their software. This not only ensures that you get the latest features but also keeps your devices protected.
Vulnerabilities in software can be exploited by hackers, leading to personal information being stolen. In severe cases, your device and all its files can be held for ransom. Tap or click here for the secret behind ransomware attacks that hackers don’t want you to know.
Use Chrome for Android? Update now to patch zero-day flaw
Chrome is the most popular browser on the web by a huge margin, so it should come as no surprise that hackers are trying to crack it again.
They’re relying on a zero-day flaw found in the desktop and Android versions of Chrome this time. This comes just days after Google’s Project Zero team discovered a critical flaw in the browser’s sandbox mode. Tap or click here to see how to patch that bug.