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The government of India has issued a critical warning to users of Microsoft Edge, urging them to update their browsers to the latest version to protect against significant security vulnerabilities..
The Indian Computer Emergency Response Team (CERT-In), a division of the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology, has flagged multiple security flaws in versions of Microsoft Edge earlier than 129.0.2792.79..
These flaws could potentially allow remote attackers and cybercriminals to bypass security controls and execute arbitrary code on a users device..
In response, users are strongly encouraged to update their browsers to the latest version, ensuring they receive the essential security patches provided by Microsoft..
In addition to updating browsers, the government body has recommended users stay informed about security updates and follow best practices for safeguarding personal information online..
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