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Fake Chrome update scam targets computer users with malware

A fraudulent Chrome update is being used to infect computers. The report does not specify the malware's scale or affected regions.

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Why it matters

Users who install the fake update could suffer device compromise or data theft.

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  1. Fake Chrome update scam could infect your computer ↗tech.yahoo.com · Recorded source date: Aug 31, 2026, 6:47 PM UTC

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