Fake Forcepoint Google Chrome Extension Hacks Windows Users

Discussion in 'other security issues & news' started by Minimalist, Feb 8, 2021.

  1. Minimalist

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    Minimalist, Feb 8, 2021
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  2. Rasheed187

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    There really should be a warning system when extensions get installed, plus it's crazy how many abilities extensions have. They should be running sandboxed with limited access to the file system and limited access to website data, if possible.
     
    Rasheed187, Feb 13, 2021
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  3. Floyd 57

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    When you install an extension it's your responsibility to check the permissions it requires, and I THINK there is a warning? Not sure. But if you have developer mode not enabled you can only install from store so
     
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    Floyd 57, Feb 13, 2021
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  4. itman

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    There is in FireFox which warns you of an attempted extension installation.
     
    itman, Feb 13, 2021
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  5. wat0114

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    From the posted link:

     
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