Malicious Chrome extensions tied to ownership transfers push malware and steal data, exposing thousands to credential theft and system compromise.

A compromised Chrome extension with 7,000 users was updated to deploy malware, strip security headers, and steal cryptocurrency wallet seed phrases.

How can an extension change hands with no oversight?

Google says Chrome will launch for ARM64 Linux in Q2 2026, bringing native support, Chrome sync, and easier installs on ...

This critical Chrome browser vulnerability lets malicious extensions spy on your PC ...

Many Chrome extensions start as small developer projects, and once they gain users, are sold on. But what if the new owner turns out to be a bad actor who gains the ability to update software running ...

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Google is changing how Chrome extensions work on the desktop and Chromebooks. While the Manifest V3 changes are billed as ways to improve safety and efficiency, the way they also limit how adblocking ...

"Under New Management" keeps an eye on the Chrome Web Store, looking for new developer names that show up when extensions are sold off.

Seemingly out of nowhere, the “Save image as Type” Chrome extension was marked for removal, with Google warning users ...

Reddit users seem to have identified the problem.