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fromHackernoon
2 months ago

SquareX Unveils Polymorphic Extensions That Morph Infostealers Into Any Browser Extension | HackerNoon

Browser extensions pose security threats through polymorphic malware that impersonates legitimate tools, tricking users into revealing sensitive information.
fromHackernoon
1 year ago
Privacy technologies

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

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fromHackernoon
2 months ago

SquareX Unveils Polymorphic Extensions That Morph Infostealers Into Any Browser Extension | HackerNoon

Browser extensions pose security threats through polymorphic malware that impersonates legitimate tools, tricking users into revealing sensitive information.
fromHackernoon
1 year ago
Privacy technologies

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

fromSitePoint Forums | Web Development & Design Community
1 month 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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fromCSO Online
1 month ago

Warning to developers: Stay away from these 10 VSCode extensions

Initial detection of malicious extensions is complicated because they mimic legitimate tools to mask their intentions. After installation, the user receives the expected utility.
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#manifest-v3
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fromTheregister
3 months ago

Google continues pulling the plug on Manifest v2

Google is disabling Manifest v2 extensions to enhance security and performance with Manifest v3, affecting many popular add-ons, especially ad-blockers.
Mobile UX
fromThe Verge
2 months ago

Google's Chrome extension cull hits more uBlock Origin users

Google is phasing out the original uBlock Origin ad blocker for Chrome users as part of its transition to Manifest V3.
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fromTheregister
3 months ago

Google continues pulling the plug on Manifest v2

Google is disabling Manifest v2 extensions to enhance security and performance with Manifest v3, affecting many popular add-ons, especially ad-blockers.
Mobile UX
fromThe Verge
2 months ago

Google's Chrome extension cull hits more uBlock Origin users

Google is phasing out the original uBlock Origin ad blocker for Chrome users as part of its transition to Manifest V3.
fromZDNET
8 months ago

How to use the open-source Proton VPN browser extension

Most browser-based VPN extensions only encrypt web browser traffic, not securing email or message communication. For comprehensive security, consider a VPN that covers all apps.
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