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VoidStealer Malware Darts Past Google Chrome's Encryption

📅 6 May 2026 at 21:19 UTC📰 Dark ReadingView original source ↗

Authors of the VoidStealer Trojan uncovered yet another way to get around Google's App-Bound Encryption (ABE), opening the door to infostealers.

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🔍Threat Overview

VoidStealer malware authors discovered a vulnerability in Google Chrome's App-Bound Encryption (ABE), allowing them to bypass encryption and deliver infostealers. This exploit puts sensitive data at risk for users of affected systems.

⚙️Technical Details
Affected Systems
Google Chrome
Attack Vectors
App-Bound Encryption (ABE)
💥Impact Assessment
Severity: critical
Who Is at Risk
Users of Google Chrome with ABE enabled
🛡️Recommended Actions
1Enable alternative browsers or disable ABE for critical applications
2Regularly update Google Chrome to the latest version
3Monitor system logs for suspicious activity
📦Affected Products
Software: Google Chrome

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