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fromZacks
3 hours ago
Privacy professionals

Pardon Our Interruption

Enable JavaScript and cookies and disable or adjust blocking extensions to avoid being flagged as a bot and to restore site access.
#bot-detection
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Information security
fromZDNET
2 days ago

Why you should delete your browser extensions right now - or do this to stay safe

Malicious browser extensions infect millions, disable security features, and present significant privacy and performance risks even when they appear vetted.
fromZacks
3 days ago
Privacy professionals

Pardon Our Interruption

Browser settings or extensions blocking JavaScript or cookies can trigger anti-bot protections and prevent access until JavaScript and cookies are enabled.
Artificial intelligence
fromTheregister
1 week ago

Anthropic teases Claude for Chrome with massive warnings

Claude for Chrome gives Max-tier users automated web browsing control while introducing significant browser-extension security, privacy, and prompt-injection risks.
fromThe Hacker News
2 weeks ago

DOM-Based Extension Clickjacking Exposes Popular Password Managers to Credential and Data Theft

Popular password manager plugins for web browsers have been found susceptible to clickjacking security vulnerabilities that could be exploited to steal account credentials, two-factor authentication (2FA) codes, and credit card details under certain conditions. The technique has been dubbed Document Object Model ( DOM)-based extension clickjacking by independent security researcher Marek Tóth, who presented the findings at the DEF CON 33 security conference earlier this month.
Information security
#cybersecurity
fromHackernoon
2 years ago
Privacy technologies

Your Crypto Wallet Could Vanish Thanks to a Chrome Extension-And You'd Never Know | HackerNoon

Browser extensions enhance web functionality but pose significant security risks.
fromThe Hacker News
4 months ago
Privacy professionals

Majority of Browser Extensions Can Access Sensitive Enterprise Data, New Report Finds

Browser extensions pose significant cybersecurity risks due to excessive permissions and anonymity of developers.
fromHackernoon
2 years ago
Privacy technologies

Your Crypto Wallet Could Vanish Thanks to a Chrome Extension-And You'd Never Know | HackerNoon

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fromForbes
1 month ago

Top Mistakes To Avoid When Monetizing A Browser Extension

When companies rush to monetize browser extensions, they often assume their brand or the term 'AI' will attract users, neglecting the actual user experience.
E-Commerce
fromLaptop Mag
2 months ago

Sick of YouTube ads? I've got a few tricks that might help get rid of them

As the cat-and-mouse game intensifies, effective ad blocking on YouTube requires the use of browser extensions on desktop and VPNs on mobile.
Privacy technologies
London startup
fromHackernoon
2 years ago

The HackerNoon Newsletter: Falling in Love With Chatbots Is the Next Cybersecurity Nightmare (4/23/2025) | HackerNoon

Emotional attachment to AI companions presents new cybersecurity challenges that require attention.
Browser extensions are useful but may harbor hidden risks.
fromSitePoint Forums | Web Development & Design Community
4 months ago

What are your go-to tools or workflows for handling browser extension compatibility issues after updates?

Compatibility issues with browser extensions highlight the vulnerability of our digital workflows. When updates occur unexpectedly, relying on tools without backup plans can disrupt productivity.
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