Attention, Edge users! Microsoft has unveiled a crucial security update for its Edge browser, and it’s not one to be taken lightly.
This update, rolled out on 1 August 2024, tackles not one, but three significant vulnerabilities lurking in older versions of Edge (specifically, those prior to 127.0.2651.86).
These security issues affect Microsoft Edge versions running on Windows, macOS, and Linux operating systems. Users are strongly advised to update their browsers to the latest version (127.0.2651.86 or later) as soon as possible to mitigate these risks.
Steps to Protect Your System from the Edge Vulnerability
To ensure your Microsoft Edge browser is up to date, follow these steps:
- Open Edge and click on the three-dot menu in the upper-right corner. Select “Settings” and then “About Microsoft Edge.”
- The browser will automatically check for updates and install them if available.
- To disable JavaScript, go to “Settings,” then “Site permissions,” and select “JavaScript.”
- Toggle the switch to disable it. If you prefer using an alternative browser, download and install one like Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox from their official websites.
- Additionally, enable Windows Defender by opening the “Settings” app, selecting “Update & Security,” and then “Windows Security.”
- Click on “Virus & threat protection” and ensure that real-time protection is turned on.
Following these steps will help protect your system from potential vulnerabilities.