Google Patches Fourth Chrome Zero-Day Vulnerability in 2026

Google has patched the fourth Chrome zero-day vulnerability exploited in active attacks since the beginning of 2026. The flaw was addressed in an emergency security update, though specific technical details, including the CVE identifier, were not disclosed to prevent further exploitation. The vulnerability was reportedly used in targeted attacks, though no additional information about the threat actors or affected systems was provided. This marks the fourth such zero-day fix for Chrome this year, following previous patches for similar actively exploited flaws. The update applies to Chrome users across all supported platforms, including Windows, macOS, and Linux. No further impact or attack scope was detailed in the report.