Microsoft Edge is one of the most popular and favorite browsers in the world. Compared to Chrome, Edge offers some special features like the ‘show password’ eye icon, displaying coupons on e-commerce shopping sites, and the integration of Co-pilot AI. With these features, Edge plays an important role in daily activities. To protect users, Microsoft routinely rolls out security updates for Edge. However, some users continue to use outdated versions of the browser for convenience.
Indian Government issues warning
The Indian Computer Emergency Response Team (CERT-In), part of the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology, has alerted a high-risk warning for users of Microsoft Edge, urging them to update their browser to the latest secure build immediately. This warning comes after the discovery of critical vulnerabilities in Microsoft Edge versions earlier than 129.0.2792.79.
What are the Vulnerabilities?
The vulnerabilities exist in Microsoft Edge (Chromium-based) due to:
- Insufficient data validation in Mojo
- Inappropriate implementation in V8
- Integer overflow in Layout
These vulnerabilities could allow remote attackers to bypass security restrictions and execute arbitrary code on the targeted system.
Who is Affected?
If you are using Microsoft Edge and haven’t updated to version 129.0.2792.79 or later, you might be at risk. This affects millions of users globally, as Microsoft Edge is a default browser on many Windows devices.
How to Stay Safe
1.Open Microsoft Edge: Click on the three-dot menu at the top right corner of the browser.
2.Select ‘Help and feedback’: Click on this option to find the updateClick on this option to find the update settings.
3.Click on ‘About Microsoft Edge’: This will check for updates automatically. If an update is available, it will download and install it.
Additionally, be cautious about the websites you visit and the links you click on, especially from unknown sources. Keeping your antivirus software up to date can also provide an extra layer of protection against potential threats. Always keep in mind that updating your browser is essential to stay safe and secure.
