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Google Password Manager Attacks Could Let Malware Hijack Passkey-Protected Accounts

A vulnerability in Google's Password Manager has been identified, potentially allowing malware to access protected accounts without the user's knowledge.

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A vulnerability in Google's Password Manager has been identified, potentially allowing malware to access protected accounts without the user's knowledge. The issue arises from three identified attack paths, referred to as Pass-ta-key, Silver Pass-ta-key, and Golden Pass-ta-key, which target Chrome's Google Password Manager cloud authenticator. These paths could enable malware to bypass security measures such as fingerprint or PIN verification. The significance of this development lies in its potential to compromise user security, as malware could sign into protected accounts without the user's awareness or consent.

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