These Dangerous Fake Google Chrome Extensions Spoof VPNs and YouTube

These dangerous fake Google Chrome extensions spoof VPNs and YouTube

More than 100 extensions were seen stealing sensitive browser data and executing malicious code.

Legitimate tools spoofed by infostealing Chrome extensions

More than 100 Chrome browser extensions masquerading as legitimate tools, including YouTube, Fortinet VPN, Calendly, and DeepSeek AI, have been utilized to enable browser data compromise and remote script execution as part of a new attack campaign, BleepingComputer reports. Introduction to Malware Binary Triage (IMBT) Course Looking to level up your skills? Get 10% off using coupon code: MWNEWS10 for any flavor. Enroll Now and Save 10%: Coupon …

Warning! Malicious Chrome extensions found mimicking legit tools

Security researchers from Domain Tools warn that there are hundreds of Chrome extensions stealing data and running malware on the sly, reports BleepingComputer. Many of the malicious extensions are riding the coattails of well-known brands such as Fortinet, YouTube, Deepseek AI, and Calendly, increasing the risk of users installing them and getting into trouble. Google has reportedly removed most of the targeted extensions from the Chrome Web St…