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Researchers Expose Chrome DevTools Protocol Hijacking Technique

Google warns that attackers are exploiting Chrome Remote Debugging to steal cookies, and now researchers have developed a new technique to activate DevTools inside a live browser, allowing for even easier cookie extraction. This technique uses a Beacon Object File to tap into the Chrome DevTools Protocol, posing a new threat to users.

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Chaos Ransomware Gang Exploits Browsers for Stealthy C2 Communications

Cisco Talos researchers have uncovered a sneaky new backdoor, msaRAT, that hijacks Chrome or Microsoft Edge to secretly communicate with its command center, avoiding direct network connections. This stealthy tactic uses the browser's remote debugging interface to inject JavaScript and stay under the radar.

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Microsoft Unveils Record-Breaking 622 Vulnerabilities in Massive Patch Update

Get ready for the bug apocalypse - Microsoft just dropped a massive Patch Tuesday update, fixing a record-breaking 622 vulnerabilities in one fell swoop! This behemoth of a patch tackles 416 Windows defects, 82 in Office, and 46 in Microsoft Edge, with 63 critical issues that demand immediate attention.

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Microsoft Alters Edge to Mitigate Password Exposure Risk

Microsoft is taking a major step to boost password security in its Edge browser, rolling out a defense-in-depth change to mitigate the risk of password exposure. This update will be applied across all supported Edge versions, prioritizing a swift rollout to protect users.

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Security Researchers Expose Zero-Days in Windows 11, Microsoft Edge

Security researchers just scored a whopping $523,000 in cash awards by uncovering 24 unique zero-days, including a game-changing exploit that chained four logic bugs to break through Microsoft Edge's sandbox. This major breakthrough has set the stage for a new wave of powerful exploits, leaving users eager to see what's next.

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Microsoft Edge Exposes Saved Passwords in Plaintext

Microsoft Edge's password management has a concerning vulnerability: it loads all saved passwords into browser memory in plaintext at startup, making it easier for hackers to steal credentials on compromised systems. This is in stark contrast to other Chromium-based browsers like Google Chrome and Brave, which only decrypt passwords when needed.

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Microsoft Edge Exposes Saved Passwords in Cleartext

Storing passwords in plain text poses a significant risk, especially in shared environments, as a security researcher recently discovered that Microsoft Edge saves decrypted credentials in its memory, making them vulnerable to exposure. This flaw allows saved passwords to be accessible even when they're not in use.

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Microsoft Edge update disrupts Teams meeting joins for some users

A recent Microsoft Edge update has caused a frustrating issue for some users, preventing them from joining Microsoft Teams meetings. Microsoft is aware of the problem and is working to resolve it, but for now, affected users are left hanging.

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Edge Update Disrupts Microsoft Teams Paste Function

A recent Microsoft Edge update has introduced a frustrating bug that breaks the right-click paste function in Microsoft Teams chats, causing inconvenience for users who rely on quick clipboard actions. This unexpected glitch is a major disruption for Teams users who depend on seamless communication.

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