Google has released a new stable version of its Chrome browser for all supported PC, Android and iOS operating systems. The update addresses 28 different vulnerabilities better safetys in the browser and brings some new features.
Chrome 108 is the last major update to the stable version of the browser in 2022.
The security update is already available and should install automatically on most installations of Chrome. The users Chrome users can speed up the installation process by selecting Menu > Help > About Google Chrome.
Chrome will receive version 108.0.5359.71 on Mac and Linux devices, 108.0.5359.71/72 on Windows, and 108.0.5359.61 on Android after the update.
Google lists 28 different security vulnerabilities which he fixed in the new version. All security issues listed have a severity rating of high or medium, which is the second and third highest ratings after critical.
Google does not report that exploits are circulating for the specific security gaps in the internetwork. Security vulnerabilities affect the camera, extensions, sound, pop-up blocker, autocomplete and many other features and functions of the web browser.
Chrome's next release, Chrome 109 Stable, is scheduled for January 10, 2023.