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Google & Mozilla ban Avast security extensions over data snooping
In this specific case, it was Avast & AVG Security whose two browser extensions each have been found spying on users...
December 19, 2019
MEGA Chrome extension hacked with cryptocurrency malware
Cloud storage solution MEGA delivered Monero cryptocurrency malware. 21st-century technologies like blockchain are regarded as groundbreaking inventions. However, the…
September 5, 2018
Popular Android/iOS apps & Extensions collecting highly personal user data
In May this year, HackRead reported how an Israeli company Unimania was caught collecting personal, Facebook and browsing data…
July 26, 2018
Hola VPN’s Chrome extension hacked to target MyEtherWallet users
Although the decentralized approach to handling cryptocurrency wallets has been lauded by users and crypto dealers alike but…
July 11, 2018
Malicious Chrome & Edge extension drops backdoor and spy on users
Trend Micro researchers have identified malicious Google Chrome and Microsoft Edge browser extension that is distributing backdoor to…
June 4, 2018
These Chrome extensions & Android apps collect your Facebook data
The data collection is not limited to Facebook but also targets browsing history, including all the regular and…
May 31, 2018
This Chrome extension reveals if your password has been breached
Okta has introduced new password manager PassProtect in its latest, free Google Chrome browser extension. If you think…
May 28, 2018
Malicious Chrome extensions found stealing data with cryptomining malware
Nigelthorm malware targets both Windows and Linux based devices. Using malware infected Chrome browser extensions for targeting unsuspecting users…
May 11, 2018
Popular Chrome VPN extensions are leaking your DNS data
Last month, HackRead reported how tons of popular VPN (Virtual Private Network) software were leaking real IP addresses of…
April 27, 2018
How to delete your Facebook data in bulk with this Chrome extension
If you are planning to delete your Facebook account it is advised to using this Chrome extension first, delete…
April 3, 2018