#chromeextensions — Public Fediverse posts

737 fake Chrome VPN extensions rerouted user traffic through attacker-controlled proxies, exposing sensitive data. Over 75,000 installations identified. This highlights the need for caution when installing browser extensions. Always verify legitimacy and scrutinize permissions to protect your data.

#CyberSecurity #ChromeExtensions #VPN #Privacy #OnlineSecurity #DataProtection

https://thedailytechfeed.com/hundreds-of-fake-chrome-vpn-extensions-hijack-user-traffic/

Are you looking to increase your productivity in 2026? With the number of tasks and responsibilitie...

🔗 https://social.talkbitz.com/pvg47

#chromeextensions #digitalmarketing

"🚨 Breaking News: Someone has a lot of free time! 🕵️‍♂️ Joseph Hu embarks on a thrilling quest to stalk the name changes of 997 Chrome extensions, craving the adrenaline rush of... analyzing CWS SEO strategies. 📈 Because nothing screams excitement like 'SEO gap analysis', right? 🙄"
https://extensionranker.com/blog/chrome-extension-title-changes-rankings #BreakingNews #FreeTime #ChromeExtensions #SEOStrategies #CWSAnalysis #AdrenalineRush #HackerNews #ngated

I Tracked 997 Chrome Extensions That Changed Their Titles

https://extensionranker.com/blog/chrome-extension-title-changes-rankings

Comments: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=48979825

#HackerNews #ChromeExtensions #TitleChanges #RankingAnalysis #DataTracking

Google Chrome introduces a new option to auto-pin extensions to the toolbar by default, addressing user forgetfulness and enhancing browser security.

#GoogleChrome #ChromeExtensions #BrowserSecurity #TechNews #ProductivityTools

https://securityonline.info/chrome-auto-pin-extensions/?utm_source=mastodon&utm_medium=jetpack_social

🚨 Security researchers warn that a popular “Adblock for YouTube” Chrome extension (~11M users) could be silently weaponized: its operators may remotely execute JavaScript via a server-side config change—no update or Web Store review needed. ⚠️ #cybersecurity #ChromeExtensions #Malware https://cyberinsider.com/chrome-extension-adblock-for-youtube-with-11-million-users-could-be-silently-weaponized/

#Google to End #ManifestV2 Support in #Chrome, Disabling #uBlockOrigin and Other #AdBlockers

[…] “Users can switch to a non - #Chromium browser such as #Firefox, which continues to support Manifest V2 extensions”.

“Firefox continues to support Manifest V2 alongside V3 extensions, and #Mozilla has stated it has no current plans to remove V2 support”.

“ #RaymondHill, the developer of uBlock Origin, pointed out that Firefox offers the best experience for users who want full uBlock Origin functionality”.

“The Chromium standard is also affecting other major browsers such as #MicrosoftEdge and #Opera. While some have indicated they may support V2 temporarily, the overall trend points toward adopting Manifest V3 across the Chromium ecosystem”.

https://www.ghacks.net/2026/06/16/google-to-end-manifest-v2-support-in-chrome-disabling-ublock-origin-and-other-ad-blockers//?utm_source=mas.to&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=&utm_term=&utm_content=&utm_referrer=https%3A%2F%2Fmas.to%2F%40KNTRO&utm_id=&utm_creative=&utm_channel=mastodon_organic&utm_platform=desktop&utm_location=argentina&utm_language=es-ar&utm_variant=

#GoogleChrome #uBlock #AdBlocker #ChromeExtensions #Chrome150 #Chrome151 #ManifestV3 #DevlinCronin #MV2 #MV3 #Edge #EdgeBrowser

I got a scam email from some company claiming that they can game the Chrome Web Store algorithm by installing my extension in a bunch of VMs to increase the installed user count. If the number goes up by a thousand or multiple thousands suddenly, it wasn't me telling them to do it since that would be fraud.

#ChromeWebStore #WebExtensions #ChromeExtensions

New by me: Claude’s Chrome Extension Flaw Shows Why Agentic Browsing Needs Real Guardrails

https://www.kylereddoch.me/blog/claudes-chrome-extension-flaw-shows-why-agentic-browsing-needs-real-guardrails/

#Cybersecurity #InfoSec #BrowserSecurity #ChromeExtensions #AISecurity #MSP

Oh joy, because what the world really needed was another way to clutter the Chrome toolbar with one-click "AI magic" 🪄🔮. Congratulations, you've just turned the complex art of AI into yet another browser widget—truly groundbreaking work, Google! 🚀✨
https://blog.google/products-and-platforms/products/chrome/skills-in-chrome/ #AIintegration #ChromeExtensions #techhumor #browserwidgets #Googleinnovation #HackerNews #ngated

A new cyber alert: fake AI Chrome extensions have covertly harvested Gmail and browsing data, slipping past store reviews and impacting hundreds of thousands of users. Researchers warn that remote, iframe-driven interfaces enable real-time data exfiltration. Stay vigilant and audit browser extensions. 🔒💻 #cybersecurity #ChromeExtensions #AIrisks https://cyberinsider.com/fake-ai-extensions-on-the-chrome-web-store-harvest-gmail-and-browsing-data/
#Newz

https://winbuzzer.com/2026/02/03/chrome-extensions-caught-stealing-amazon-affiliate-revenue-a-xcxwbn/

Chrome Extensions Caught Stealing Amazon Affiliate Revenue and ChatGPT Tokens

#ChatGPT #Google #GoogleChrome #MicrosoftEdge #Cybersecurity #AI #ChromeExtensions #ChromeWebStore #WebBrowsers #Malware

Alert: Malicious Chrome extensions disguised as AI tools like ChatGPT enhancers are stealing session tokens, chats, and data from users—some with 100k+ installs still live on the Web Store! 🚨💻 LayerX and Symantec expose the scams. Stay vigilant. https://cyberinsider.com/chrome-extensions-on-the-web-store-pose-as-ai-tools-to-steal-user-data/ #Cybersecurity #ChromeExtensions #AI #Newz

Preventing AI Chat Data Theft: Enhancing Security Against Malicious Chrome Extensions & How to Protect Your Privacy

A recent exposé by PCMag, based on research from cybersecurity firm Koi, revealed that several popular Chrome and Edge browser extensions were secretly collecting entire conversation logs from users' interactions with major AI chatbots..

This case of malicious extensions powerfully underscores the critical importance of transparency, informed consent, robust regulatory oversight, and continuous user education in protecting sensitive AI chat data.

#AIChat #AIChatData #ChromeExtensions #Browser #GoogleChrome #BrowserExtensions #ChromeExtensionsPrivacyRisk #Tech #Technology #TechNews #DigitalPrivacy #TheGeekline #DataTheft

https://maniainc.com/technology/preventing-ai-chat-data-theft-enhancing-security-against-malicious-chrome-extensions-how-to-protect-your-privacy/

Fake Chrome VPN extensions "Phantom Shuttle" hijack traffic, steal credentials via MITM proxies, and target 170+ domains like GitHub & AWS. Over 2,180 users affected since 2017—still live on Chrome Web Store! 🚨🛡️ Stay vigilant. https://cyberinsider.com/fake-chrome-vpn-extensions-hijack-traffic-and-steal-user-credentials/ #CyberSecurity #ChromeExtensions #Newz

#Browser #Extensions are #DANGEROUS #nbtv #yt

https://yewtu.be/watch?v=11P6DdI8HOo

Fallback.:

https://youtu.be/11P6DdI8HOo

🚨 Over 90 Chrome extensions—including big names like Avast, Trust Wallet & Browsec VPN—were found leaking sensitive data & credentials! 🕵️‍♂️🔑 Millions at risk from hardcoded secrets & unencrypted traffic. Stay safe & review your extensions!
Read more 👉 https://cyberinsider.com/over-90-chrome-extensions-found-exposing-sensitive-data-and-credentials/
#Cybersecurity #ChromeExtensions #DataLeak #Privacy #Infosec #newz

🤡 BREAKING NEWS: Chrome extensions can *still* mess with your life! 🕵️‍♂️ Turns out, they can't hack the Pentagon, but brace yourself, they might just close a tab or two without your permission. 😱🔒 Apparently, downloading a file isn't the same as installing it—who knew? 🙄
https://0x44.xyz/blog/cve-2023-4369/ #ChromeExtensions #PrivacyConcerns #CyberSecurity #LifeHacks #BrowserSafety #HackerNews #ngated

A privilege escalation from Chrome extensions (2023)

https://0x44.xyz/blog/cve-2023-4369/

#HackerNews #privilegeEscalation #ChromeExtensions #CVE2023 #cybersecurity #hackernews

Trust Me, I'm Local: Chrome Extensions, MCP, and the Sandbox Escape

https://blog.extensiontotal.com/trust-me-im-local-chrome-extensions-mcp-and-the-sandbox-escape-1875a0ee4823

#HackerNews #TrustMeImLocal #ChromeExtensions #MCP #SandboxEscape

Report: 57 Unlisted Chrome Extensions Exposed 6 Million Users to Cookie Theft, Tracking Risks

#Google #Chrome #ChromeExtensions #Cybersecurity #Malware #BrowserSecurity #Privacy #CookieTheft #SecureAnnex #Infosec #ManifestV3 #Spyware #DataBreach

https://winbuzzer.com/2025/04/20/report-57-unlisted-chrome-extensions-exposed-6-million-users-to-cookie-theft-tracking-risks-xcxwbn/

Release: OLED Mode extension for Chrome

https://github.com/FreelanceProgrammingServices/Chrome-OLED-Mode

#HackerNews #OLED #Mode #Chrome #Extension #Release #ChromeExtensions #TechNews #FreelanceProgramming

Neue Regeln: #Google :google: verbietet heimliche #Affiliate-Links in #Chrome-Erweiterungen | iX Magazin https://www.heise.de/news/Neue-Regeln-Google-verbietet-heimliche-Affiliate-Links-in-Chrome-Erweiterungen-10313827.html #ChromeExtensions

I am going to keep @ChromeVoiceActions and my other extensions on MV2 and test them on older Chromebooks for as long as Google lets me, and when Chrome tries to disable them, you can go to chrome://extensions and manually re-enable them. I hope this explanation helps; thank you for understanding! (4/4)

#ChromeExtensions #BrowserExtensions #ManifestVersion3 #ManifestV3 #WebDev

5 AI Tools Extensions You Should Add to Your Google Chrome Browser

https://www.byteswifts.com/2025/02/5-ai-tools-extensions-for-google-chrome.html

#AI #ArtificialIntelligence #AITools #ChromeExtensions #GoogleChrome #Productivity #TechTools #Automation #SmartBrowsing #MachineLearning #AIforWork #AIinTech #TechTrends #FutureOfWork #AIAutomation #AIProductivity #AIExtensions #ChromeAI #TechSavvy #InnovativeTech #DigitalTransformation #AIinBusiness #SmartTech #AIforEveryone #TechHacks #AIforBrowsing #WebTools

Logindaten und #ChatGPT-Keys im Visier: Details zu Attacke auf #ChromeExtensions | Developer https://www.heise.de/news/Logindaten-und-ChatGPT-Keys-im-Visier-Details-zu-Attacke-auf-Chrome-Extensions-10254535.html #Datenschutz #privacy #DataLeak #Datenleck #CyberCrime #Phishing #SpearPhishing

I meant to publish a rant about Google and Chrome Web Store for a while now, and now it is out: https://palant.info/2025/01/13/chrome-web-store-is-a-mess/

This details many of Google’s shortcoming at keeping Chrome Web Store safe, with the conclusion: “for the end users the result is a huge (and rather dangerous) mess.”

I am explaining how Google handled (or rather didn’t handle for most part) my recent reports. How they make reporting problematic extensions extremely hard and then keep reporters in the dark about the state of these reports. How Google repeatedly chose to ignore their own policies and allowed shady, spammy and sometimes outright malicious extensions to prevail.

There is some text here on the completely meaningless “Featured” badge that is more likely to be awarded to malicious extensions than to legitimate ones. And how user reviews aren’t allowing informed decisions either because Google will allow even the most obvious fakes to remain.

I’ve also decided to publish a guest post by a researcher who wanted to remain anonymous: https://palant.info/2025/01/13/biscience-collecting-browsing-history-under-false-pretenses/

This post provides more details on BIScience Ltd., another company selling browsing data of extension users. @tuckner and I wrote a bit about that one recently, but this has been going on since at least 2019 apparently. Google allows it as long as extension authors claim (not very convincingly) that this data collection is necessary for the extension’s functionality. It’s not that Google doesn’t have policies that would prohibit it, yet Google chooses not to enforce those.

#google #cws #ChromeExtensions #privacy #ChromeWebStore

Chrome Extensions Under Fire: The Keyword Manipulation Scandal

A recent investigation reveals a troubling trend among Chrome Web Store extensions, where developers exploit a loophole to manipulate search rankings through misleading keywords and descriptions. This...

https://news.lavx.hu/article/chrome-extensions-under-fire-the-keyword-manipulation-scandal

#news #tech #WebSecurity #ChromeExtensions #KeywordManipulation