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The hidden risks of browser extensions – and how to stay safe
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Not all browser add-ons are handy helpers – some may contain far more than you have bargained forWhat would we do without the web browser?
Next time you’re thinking about downloading a web browser add-on, think through the following risks.
Malware may be hidden in legitimate-looking browser extensions like those purporting to be ad blockers or PDF converters or even security enhancements.
Rilide Stealer posing as a Chrome browser extension (source: ESET Threat Report H1 2024)What can malicious extensions do?
be sure to source your browser extensions and, indeed, all other software from reliable providers.
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