Research reveals how these simple Chrome extensions are hawking your privacy

Research shows that even simple Chrome extensions can quietly invade user privacy, with some hijacking clipboards, ...
Lifehacker

Stop Using the Chrome Web Store to Find Extensions

It sounds counterintuitive, but hear me out. If you’re looking for a new browser extension to try, or you want to download one that has been recommended to you, stop using the Chrome Web Store to look ...
GIGAZINE

Chrome Web Store extensions have infected hundreds of millions of users with malware

Google Chrome ' provided by Google has a ' Chrome Web Store ' where you can add various extensions that make browsing more convenient. A team of security experts from Stanford University has reported ...

New malware service guarantees phishing extensions on Chrome web store

A new malware-as-a-service (MaaS) called 'Stanley' promises malicious Chrome extensions that can clear Google's review ...

Malicious Chrome Extensions found on Web Store, Over 1 lakh users at risk: Remove now

Security researchers have discovered several malicious Chrome extensions on the official Chrome Web Store that can steal user data and compromise privacy. Some of these extensions are still available ...
CoinTelegraph

Google Bans Crypto Mining Extensions From Web Store After ‘90%’ Disregard Policies

Google announced it is pulling cryptocurrency mining extensions from its Chrome Web Store April 2 after “90%” failed to comply with its rules. In a blog post, extensions platform product manager James ...