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How to Search Google Chrome History By Date
- Google offers a feature to search Chrome History by date.
- Open Google Chrome and go to myactivity.google.com.
- Click on Web & App Activity and manage all activity.
- Filter the history by date to view visited websites.
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PTA Issues Warning About Critical Vulnerabilities in Google Chrome
- The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) has advised users to quickly update their Google Chrome browsers because two serious security issues have been found.
- The first security hole, CVE-2024-4671, allows malicious actors to bypass Chrome’s sandbox and access user devices via maliciously designed websites.
- Another vulnerability that could cause arbitrary code execution is CVE-2024-4761, which impacts the V8 JavaScript engine.
- Google has issued an advisory to all users to update to Chrome 124.0.6367.207 or later in order to reduce the risks.
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Google Chrome extensions hit in major attack - dozens of developers affected, so be on your guard
- Hackers have compromised dozens of legitimate Google Chrome extensions in a supply chain attack.
- Millions of browser users are at risk of data theft, identity theft, wire fraud, and more.
- The attack starts with a convincing phishing email impersonating Google Chrome Web Store support.
- Users are advised to remove or update affected extensions and reset important account passwords.
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Google Chrome Tests PermissionsAI To Reduce Pop-Ups
- Google Chrome is experimenting with a new concept called PermissionsAI.
- PermissionsAI aims to reduce noisy pop-ups by predicting users' likelihood to accept or deny website requests.
- The feature is being tested in Chrome Canary, a testing edition of Chrome, and hides permission requests when approval is unlikely.
- The goal is to create a calmer browsing experience with fewer distractions and less frustration.
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Despise internet pop-ups? Google Chrome is testing an AI-powered feature to help end these
- Google Chrome is testing a new feature called PermissionsAI.
- PermissionsAI uses AI to predict whether users will grant website permissions.
- The feature aims to reduce intrusive pop-ups by displaying requests in a less intrusive UI.
- PermissionsAI is currently being tested in Chrome Canary and is not yet available to the public.
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Microsoft’s Project Phoenix could make Edge look better than ever in Windows 11 – but I’m not sure it’s enough to take the fight to Google Chrome
- Microsoft has a project codenamed 'Phoenix' to revamp and modernize Edge browser.
- One of the upcoming changes could be the ability for Edge to match Windows 11's color palette.
- Other potential improvements include introducing Mica to the Edge title bar and revamping tooltips.
- While these changes may enhance Edge, it remains to be seen if they can compete with Google Chrome.
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How to Run a Safety Check on Google Chrome Browser
- Google Chrome has introduced a Safety Check feature to protect users from data breaches and security threats.
- To run a Safety Check on Google Chrome, open the browser, go to Settings, switch to Privacy and Security, and click on the Go to Safety Check button.
- The Safety Check feature allows users to check for compromised passwords, update Chrome, and enable safe browsing.
- Follow the steps provided in the article to run a Safety Check on Google Chrome.
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Widespread cyberattack targets Google Chrome extensions, compromises 2.6 million devices
- A widespread cyberattack targeted browser extensions in the Chrome Web Store, compromising 2.6 million devices.
- The attack exploited a vulnerability in the Chrome Web Store's developer authentication system.
- At least 33 extensions were affected, including Cyberhaven's extension which was one of the first to be compromised.
- The incident highlights the need for improved security measures for browser extensions.
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Critical Update: Google Chrome Extensions Hack May Have Begun Earlier Than Anticipated
- A significant cyber attack involving Google Chrome extensions has been discovered.
- Approximately 400,000 users were affected, and vulnerabilities in Cyberhaven were exposed.
- The attack may have started as early as March 2024, earlier than initially believed.
- The hackers used phishing emails and compromised extensions to install malware on devices.
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8 Best Ways to fix slow Google Chrome issue on Android
- If you are also dealing with slow Google Chrome issues on Android and looking for ways to resolve them, you have landed on the right page.
- Users have reported that Chrome lags after installing the recent Android update and takes time to open.
- A simple restart will also fix a software issue causing a slow Google Chrome on your Android 12 device.
- Unstable or slow internet is an obvious reason for slow Chrome issues on Android. So, before you try the next methods, ensure your internet connection works properly.
- Google Chrome for Android is a resource-hungry app; running it alongside other apps will lead to lag or crash.
- Sometimes, outdated versions of Google Chrome also cause such problems. Hence, you must first update your Google Chrome web browser from the Google Play Store.
- Compared to other web browsers, Chrome consumes more RAM. If your device has less RAM, you will experience a slow Google Chrome.
- Google Chrome for Android has a feature that opens web pages faster. You need to turn on the network action predictions (prefetch) to make the browser open web pages more quickly.
- If you are still experiencing a slow Google Chrome issue on your Android 12, clear the Chrome browser’s cache.
- If all methods have failed to fix the Slow Google Chrome issue in Android 12, the final option is to reinstall the Chrome browser.
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How to Use AI for Development Assistance in Google Chrome
- Google Chrome now offers AI assistance for development tasks directly in the browser.
- To enable AI assistance, update Chrome and toggle on AI features in Chrome DevTools settings.
- AI assistance in Chrome DevTools can help with understanding errors, troubleshooting layout problems, suggesting CSS improvements, and optimizing page performance.
- While beginner developers may benefit the most from AI assistance, experienced developers can also find it useful for certain tasks.
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Google Chrome extensions hack may have started much earlier than expected
- A recent cyberattack involving malicious Google Chrome extensions may have been part of a wider campaign
- Around 400,000 users were infected with malware through the CyberHaven extensions
- The attack started as early as December 5, 2024, and possibly had planning as far back as March 2024
- The attackers aimed to collect Facebook data from victims through the infected extensions
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9 Best Ways to Fix No Sound in Google Chrome for Android
- Google Chrome for Android users have been facing problems with sound lately.
- Multiple reasons could lead to the Google Chrome browser’s lack of sound.
- You should check the sound settings of your smartphone and the browser to resolve the issue.
- If the media volume is muted, then you will never hear any sound.
- Make sure the video you’re playing has the sound and try force-closing and reopening the app.
- Also, ensure Music & Audio permission is enabled for the Google Chrome browser.
- You can manage sound permission for each site separately by opening that website in your Google Chrome for Android and allowing sound through Settings.
- Clearing the Google Chrome Cache and resetting Google Chrome Flags are some of the other ways to fix the no-sound issue.
- If nothing else works, reinstalling the browser may be your final resort.
- These methods should fix the no-sound issue in Google Chrome for Android.
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Google Chrome: legit EditThisCookie extension removed instead of malicious copycat
- The legitimate EditThisCookie extension for Google Chrome has been removed from the Chrome Web Store.
- In its place, a malicious copycat extension called EditThisCookie® has appeared.
- The fake extension has several malicious features, including information stealing and phishing.
- Chrome users are advised to check their installed extensions and remove the fake one if found.
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Google Chrome extensions targeted by hackers to steal user passwords
- Cyberhaven, a data loss prevention company, confirmed that its Google Chrome extension was targeted in a Christmas Eve cyberattack.
- The attack, part of a wider campaign targeting other companies, occurred after an employee fell for a phishing email, allowing the threat actor to gain access to Cyberhaven's systems.
- The attacker posted a malicious version of Cyberhaven's Chrome extension on the marketplace, affecting version 24.10.4 on Chrome-based browsers that auto-updated.
- While no other Cyberhaven systems were compromised, users' sensitive information like cookies and authenticated sessions for certain websites could have been exfiltrated. Users are advised to update their extensions and change their passwords.
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