Microsoft Edge version was a maintenance and security update for the Stable Channel, released on February 2, 2023 . It is particularly notable as the final version of Microsoft Edge to support older Windows operating systems like Windows 7, Windows 8, and Windows 8.1. Key Technical Details Release Date: February 2, 2023.
Addressed the tampering vulnerability CVE-2023-21720 .
Available for x64 (139.2 MB), x86 (127.2 MB), and ARM64 (137.0 MB) systems.
This version received critical security fixes and exploit updates through October 10, 2023 , specifically for users on Windows Server 2012 R2.
While official updates have moved to much newer versions (currently in the 140+ range), this specific build can still be found via the Microsoft Update Catalog for legacy deployment. Usage Note: Stable vs. Portable
Primarily a security and maintenance update intended to resolve bugs and performance issues identified in earlier builds. Platform Context
While Microsoft officially provides the "Stable" installer for standard installation, "Portable" versions of Edge (often used for running the browser without installation or on USB drives) are typically community-packaged or created using tools like ThinApp or PortableApps.com . Microsoft Update Catalog
