Multiple Chinese hacking groups seen using identical Chrome zero-day exploit

September 9, 2026 · 4:30 pm 3 sources

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• Multiple Chinese hacking groups seen using identical Chrome zero-day exploit
  The Record by Recorded Future News · September 9, 2026 16:30
  A Google Chrome bug identified in August was exploited by at least four China-linked cyber-espionage groups, according to researchers.
• 4 groups caught using the same Chrome and Windows exploit kit
  Ars Technica · September 9, 2026 20:55
  A patch gap and the hastened pace of AI-based vulnerability discovery are likely contributors.

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