Google apologizes for the risk of password loss affecting 15 million users due to a Chrome bug and recommends users restart Chrome

2024-07-29 13:04:58

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ChainCatcher news, according to BleepingComputer, Google has apologized for the loss of a large number of user passwords due to a bug in the Chrome password manager. The issue began on July 24 and lasted for nearly 18 hours, affecting approximately 15 million Windows users using Chrome version M127.

Google quickly identified and resolved the issue, and advised users to restart Chrome to restore the password manager functionality. If the problem persists, users should contact Google Workspace support for assistance. This incident serves as a reminder for users to regularly back up their passwords and consider using dedicated password management tools to enhance security. Google has committed to improving software reliability and user support in the future.

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