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Microsoft Edge security warnings are getting alarmingly regular and the new alert concerns millions of PC users.
The new security alert comes for the Chromium based browser
Microsoft Edge is once again facing a major security issue and the Indian government has done its bit by alerting users about the risks linked to the latest problem. The security agency, Indian Computer Emergency Response Team or CERT-In, in its February 3, 2026 bulletin, claims that the web browser from Microsoft has a remote code security vulnerability that could allow an attacker to bypass the security of your device and give them access to the data stored on it.
The security agency has given it a high severity rating which is never to be taken lightly and the broader range of details hint at serious danger for millions of users.
Microsoft Edge Security Issue Alert
The CERT-In bulletin gives the details for the latest risk and how it affects the targeted users. “Remote Code Execution vulnerability exists in Microsoft Edge due to race condition error in V8. A remote attacker could exploit this vulnerability by persuading a victim to visit a specially crafted web page.”
As you would know, Edge is based on Google’s Chromium engine which is also the base for Chrome browser but the new issues are heavily linked to the architecture of the browser and not solely an issue for Microsoft.
The company has done its bit by sharing the information about the vulnerabilities and alerting everyone using the Edge browser on their devices.
Microsoft Edge Security Risk Concerns
The agency claims issues at this scale put everyone using the Edge browser at risk, which can be individual users or even the businesses relying on the platform for their work. The Edge version affected by these risks is:
- Microsoft Edge versions prior to 144.0.3719.92
If your system is running Edge on the versions before the one given here, it is vital that you get the latest patch updating right away.
There are other platforms facing security risks regularly which is why it is important that people are careful about what they use and where they install the apps from for their system.
Delhi, India, India
February 05, 2026, 09:24 IST
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