Chrome Security Update Fixes Improper Implementation in V8 JavaScript Engine
gbhackersGoogle has released a new stable Chrome update that addresses a serious flaw in its V8 JavaScript engine.
The update, now available as version 142.0.7444.162/.163 for Windows, 142.0.7444.162 for Mac, and 142.0.7444.162 for Linux, will roll out to users over the coming days and weeks.
| CVE ID | Severity | Affected Component | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| CVE-2025-13042 | High | V8 JavaScript Engine | Inappropriate implementation in the V8 engine that could potentially allow an attacker to exploit memory handling and cause unexpected behavior or crashes. |
The V8 JavaScript engine is a critical component of the Chrome browser that powers JavaScript execution for web applications.
When vulnerabilities occur in V8, they can allow attackers to trigger crashes, bypass security protections, or even run arbitrary code in certain conditions.
Because V8 processes large amounts of complex, user-supplied code, even minor logic errors can have significant consequences.
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