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Google Chrome 152 Lands With a Massive Security Patch Haul
This release marks the start of a new two-week release cadence for the browser, replacing the old four-week schedule.
Chrome 152 is now rolling out to the Stable channel for Windows, Mac, and Linux, and this one is a heavyweight release from a security standpoint. Google is patching 327 vulnerabilities, including 10 rated critical. If you haven't restarted your browser in a while, now's a good time.
What's New
- 327 vulnerabilities fixed, 10 critical: Among the notable fixes are use-after-free flaws affecting ANGLE, Aura, and Chromecast components.
- CPU Performance API: A new developer-facing API lets websites detect a device's CPU performance tier, which could help sites tailor experiences for lower-powered hardware.
- Connection Allowlist: Adds new controls for restricting external connection destinations, aimed at enterprise and privacy-conscious setups.
- Expanded CSS pseudo-element support and a new HTML
autocorrectattribute for finer control over form fields. - WebGPU subgroup-size-control feature, a technical addition for developers working with GPU-accelerated web apps.
- Release cadence shortening: Starting with Chrome 153, Google moves to two-week stable releases, with the next version expected around September 8.
Get It
Chrome updates automatically in the background — restart the browser to apply it, or check manually via Settings > About Chrome.
For release tracking and downloads, see the Google Chrome page on UpdateStar.
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