A latestissue with Google Chrome caused significant disruptions for around 15 million Windows users as passwords stored in the browser's password manager disappeared. The problem arose on July 24 and 25, impacting sectors like medical institutions, airlines, and banks.
According to a report from Forbes, the glitch resulted from a "change in product behavior" within Google Chrome, specifically affecting the Google Password Manager. This tool, used by over three million people to store and autofill passwords, was compromised due to an issue with the M127 version of Chrome on Windows. Users found their previously saved passwords inaccessible and were unable to save new ones.
For nearly 18 hours, affected users struggled to access their stored passwords, leading to widespread inconvenience. Google suggested a temporary fix using a command-line flag to bypass the problem. Eventually, Google resolved the issue by advising users to restart their browsers to restore functionality.
In an official statement, Google apologized for the disruption, saying, "We apologize for the inconvenience this service disruption or outage may have caused."
This incident has raised concerns about the reliability of online password managers. Many people rely on these tools for various activities, including work, healthcare, education, and entertainment. The recent glitch highlights the potential risks of depending solely on digital password storage solutions. Experts recommend maintaining backup plans and being cautious with sensitive information stored online.
As the world continues to recover from other recent tech issues, such as the Crowdstrike update that disrupted numerous businesses globally, this latest incident underscores the vulnerabilities in our increasingly digital lives.
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