Google fixed more Chrome bugs in June than in past two years using AI
On Thursday, Google revealed that it resolved 1,072 security vulnerabilities in the last two Chrome updates, both released in June, surpassing the 1,036 fixes made in the previous 23 versions over two years. This increase is linked to the use of internal AI tools, such as the Gemini models, which enhance the automation of discovering vulnerabilities. Doug Turner, the director of engineering for Chrome, noted that large language models (LLMs) have revolutionized cybersecurity, turning it into an industrial-scale endeavor. Additionally, Microsoft announced a record 570 patches in a single month, attributing this to AI advancements. In contrast, Apple has not experienced a similar rise, addressing 482 bugs in 2026, consistent with prior years.
Key facts
- Google fixed 1,072 security bugs in Chrome versions 149 and 150, both released in June.
- This exceeds the 1,036 bugs fixed in the previous 23 versions over two years.
- The fixes were aided by internal AI tools, including Gemini models.
- Doug Turner said LLMs have automated vulnerability discovery at industrial scale.
- Google published a chart showing the exponential increase in bug fixes.
- Microsoft patched a record 570 flaws in one month, also citing AI.
- Apple patched 482 bugs in 2026, roughly on pace with prior years.
- The announcement was made on July 30, 2026.
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