Controls of Browser Vulnerabilities
The following precautions are some of the ways to overcome web browser vulnerabilities:
- Configure the browser with appropriate settings; consult experts if required.
- Keep the Web Browser regularly updated with Updates and Security Patches.
- Disable or uninstall unnecessary or untrusted add-ons/extensions.
- Understand the errors thrown up by the browser and then act on them appropriately. If something isn't fully clear, do not simply act on the same – consult experts.
- Configure your operating system properly: change the default settings to appropriate settings.
- Have a well-known and reputed anti-virus installed on your operating system.