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 roundup: Windows, iOS, macOS, Google, Adobe and more
When it rains, it pours — and I’m not talking about the weather! A bunch of operating systems, apps and programs just released critical security updates. To make your life easier, I rounded up the most important ones right here.
Before we dive in, if you see the term “zero-day,” that means it’s important. A zero-day flaw is one hackers know about and are taking advantage of right now.
Microsoft
The September 2023 Windows security update includes fixes for 59 known issues, like security bypasses and information disclosure vulnerabilities, and patches for two zero-day flaws.
- Go to Start > Settings > Windows Update > Check for updates.
Adobe
Download the patch here to fix a zero-day vulnerability in Acrobat and Reader.
- Go to Help > Check for Updates, or download the full Acrobat Reader installer.
Yikes. This is the fourth zero-day fix for Chrome this year. The good news is your Chrome browser should automatically check for updates and install them after a restart.
- To double-check in Chrome, hit the three dots in the top right corner, then Help > About Google Chrome.
The Android September 2023 update is out, too.
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 PC! Patch Tuesday fixes 98 flaws
Keeping your devices updated is important. Developers release patches and fixes that improve your phone or computer’s performance and protect it against the latest threats.
Here’s a surprise for iPhone users — you can get the latest updates early if you take this simple step. Tap or click here to learn how to stay ahead of the pack.
Update your PC! Patch fixes a zero-day and 121 flaws
If you own a Windows-based computer, you must install the latest update from Microsoft ASAP. Hackers can use several security flaws to breach your computer and steal your data.
It’s not just Windows sending constant updates. Every app you use needs to be updated frequently. For example, Google rolled out an urgent update for its Chrome browser last week, patching 27 issues. The latest update from Microsoft corrects a massive 121 flaws.
Time to update Chrome again - Steps to get the emergency patch
We always advocate keeping your software, browsers and operating systems updated. But no, you are not reading the same article from last week about a high severity flaw that needs patching in Google Chrome.
It is, in fact, another flaw that needs to be patched. This is the third zero-day vulnerability that Google has faced this year.
Update your Windows PC now to patch 2 zero-days, 119 other flaws
It’s been six months since Microsoft began rolling out Windows 11, and as usual, it’s been a work in progress. This is normal for a new operating system as developers work out the bugs and release updates.
One of the most significant changes with Windows 11 is the new Apple-like interface. The taskbar was also overhauled to make it easier to find your most-used apps. More changes coming to the new OS include automatic framing, background blur and background noise suppression. Tap or click here for details.
Update your PC! Microsoft patch fixes 3 zero-days, 71 other flaws
When you purchase an app or virtually any modern software, you are not getting the final product. Developers release patches, fixes and new features to secure their work, protect users and stay competitive.
Whan was the last time you updated your browser? It’s important to keep it up to date to protect against malware, phishing attacks, viruses and more. Google recently updated Chrome to patch a zero-day flaw used to launch cyberattacks. Tap or click for details and instructions for updating Chrome.
Windows patch fixes more than 100 new flaws - update now!
Patch Tuesday has arrived again, and with it comes a brand new batch of essential software fixes to download and install today.
July’s Patch Tuesday fixed a massive number of bugs, as well as a dangerous security flaw that managed to stick around for 17 years. Tap or click here to see everything included with July’s Patch Tuesday update.
Update Chrome now! Emergency update fixes critical security flaw
Cybercriminals are constantly engaging in an arms race with tech companies. The moment a buggy piece of software is patched, hackers figure out a way to break it, which then prompts the tech companies to release yet another fix. It’s a vicious cycle, but it’s one that’s necessary to keep us all safe.