Debian 12 (Bookworm) has released an important security update for the Chromium web browser, as outlined in Debian Security Advisory DSA-5952-1. This advisory, published on June 27, 2025, details critical vulnerabilities identified in Chromium, specifically CVE-2025-6555, CVE-2025-6556, and CVE-2025-6557. These issues may allow attackers to execute arbitrary code, cause denial of service, or disclose sensitive information.
The affected version of Chromium has been updated to 138.0.7204.49-1~deb12u1 in the stable distribution (Bookworm). Users are strongly advised to upgrade their Chromium packages to mitigate these security risks.
For additional context, users can refer to the security tracker page for Chromium on the Debian website, which provides ongoing updates and information on the browser's security status. More comprehensive details regarding Debian Security Advisories, instructions on applying updates, and answers to frequently asked questions can also be found on the Debian security page.
In light of these developments, it is essential for users to remain vigilant about security updates and maintain their systems regularly to protect against potential vulnerabilities. Staying informed through official channels, such as security advisories and trackers, is crucial for ensuring the ongoing safety and functionality of software applications like Chromium within the Debian ecosystem
The affected version of Chromium has been updated to 138.0.7204.49-1~deb12u1 in the stable distribution (Bookworm). Users are strongly advised to upgrade their Chromium packages to mitigate these security risks.
For additional context, users can refer to the security tracker page for Chromium on the Debian website, which provides ongoing updates and information on the browser's security status. More comprehensive details regarding Debian Security Advisories, instructions on applying updates, and answers to frequently asked questions can also be found on the Debian security page.
In light of these developments, it is essential for users to remain vigilant about security updates and maintain their systems regularly to protect against potential vulnerabilities. Staying informed through official channels, such as security advisories and trackers, is crucial for ensuring the ongoing safety and functionality of software applications like Chromium within the Debian ecosystem
Chromium security update for Debian 12
Updated Chromium packages are available for Debian GNU/Linux 12 (Bookworm):
[DSA 5952-1] chromium security update
