Chrome 144 Security Alert: V8 & Libvpx Flaws Expose Systems to Hacks

The Stable channel for desktop users has just received a crucial update, patching two high-severity vulnerabilities that could leave systems exposed to exploitation, with the release bumping the version to 144.0.7559.132/.133 for Windows and Mac, and 144.0.7559.132 for Linux, with a rollout expected over the coming days and weeks. The most notable fix targets the V8 JavaScript engine, tracked as CVE-2026-1862, described as a “Type Confusion” bug, while CVE-2026-1861 addresses a “Heap buffer overflow” in libvpx.

As is standard practice, access to the specific details of these bugs is currently restricted, according to CVE Watchtower, which notes that links may be kept restricted until a majority of users are updated with a fix. Users on Windows, Mac, and Linux are urged to check for updates immediately to ensure they are protected against these high-risk vulnerabilities.