Protecting Yourself from Malicious Browser Extensions Is Easier Than You Think

Browser extension-based malware can range from annoying to catastrophic, but following these tips will help keep your home network safe.

Few would argue that browser extensions aren't useful. They have the ability to add valuable functionality to your browser (password managers, ad-blocking, automatic translations, etc.), and every major brand has implemented them into their product in some manner, including Safari, Firefox, Chrome, and Chromium-based browsers. In fact, as a personal aside, I have become so dependent on extensions that …

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