Tech News Warning for Google Chrome users

New types of cyber attacks - Google users receive misleading Chrome update error message sent by scammers to distribute malware

The said threat starts after users visit a "compromised" website that is infected with malicious code.When a person visits these sites, a fake error message will appear in Google Chrome, urging them to immediately download an update that will supposedly fix the security issue.When users click on that link, they end up downloading a ZIP file containing a Monero miner that will use their computer's processing power to mine the cryptocurrency for the attackers.

 

[Uncle Mac]

Thank you.. I get all my news right here...

 

[Cyler]

I would also like to add that the fake error message looks like this

and the language used is based on the language used by the site.
Ty @Elzer for the news, might save a few people

 

[ANDYhaw]

thanks for the headsup, really helps for a bunch of us who are not that super tech savvy ...kodus!

 

[SydneyM]

I would also like to add that the fake error message looks like this

and the language used is based on the language used by the site.
Ty @Elzer for the news, might save a few people

Thanks @Cyler and @Elzer , I once had to remove Chrome completely with Revo Uninstaller and re-install. Running Malwarebytes every so often helps as it detects and removes all the mining bots.

 

[Ahmed Haroon]

thanks a bunch @Elzer to care for the members !!

Thanks @Cyler and @Elzer , I once had to remove Chrome completely with Revo Uninstaller and re-install. Running Malwarebytes every so often helps as it detects and removes all the mining bots.

what about using FireFox or Brave etc. please advice.

 

[MniawY]

To Avoid '' Update Message's Glitch ''
Try Using Chrome Enterprise '' it Never goes wrong/down with updates '' ☑️
https://chromeenterprise.google/browser/download/⚡️

You must be registered for see links

 

[Ahmed Haroon]

To Avoid '' Update Message's Glitch ''
Try Using Chrome Enterprise '' it Never goes wrong/down with updates '' ☑️
https://chromeenterprise.google/browser/download/⚡️

You must be registered for see links

thank @MniawY you for your recommendation... will read about it, i am an individual user.

 

[RedDove]

Thank you @Elzer for this important info. and
thanks also to @Cyler and @MniawY for their input and suggestions.

 

[DGrigorescu]

I saw this type of scams from 15 years ago, no matter if using IE, Firefox, Chrome. I think at least all the big browsers are targeted. The solution is simple: 1. Think before entering an unknows site 2. Use only addons you trust and need 3. Update using the update function of the browser or official site, never other sources. You can also use trusted download sites like CNET or Softpedia. I also use winget command and PatchMyPC app for updating 4. Use an adblocker - prefer AdGuard and HostsMan. 5. Use a trusted DNS 6. Use an AV 7. Make backups at least monthly.

 

[DAMAGED GOODS]

Thank you for information/warning. Extremely important !

 

[1ntr0v3rt3ch]

introvertech set his status to mark as safe.
firefox and brave user here

 

[Sharrow]

introvertech set his status to mark as safe.
firefox and brave user here

Same here! Firefox & Brave all the way..

 

[steve ross]

Question, does running Chrome on Linux make a difference

 

[odmt27]

Good news ! Thanks for the information mate.