3 Million Users Of Chrome And Edge Browsers Have Installed Malicious Extensions

More than three million internet users have installed 15 Google Chrome malicious extensions and 13 Microsoft Edge malicious extensions. This was reported by well-known security firm Avast. Also, read Now Watch Apple TV Content In Google Chromecast

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Avast also found that these malicious extensions secretly collect personal data such as birth dates, email address and active devices data. Not only that this malicious extension also collect browsing history and also redirect users to phishing sites. This extension also redirects users to watch ads and download further malware onto the user’s device. Also, read Nokia Launched Its 1st Laptop In India At INR 59,990/-

Avast researchers said that the primary object of all these malicious extensions is to force user traffic for monetary gain. The company also said that for every redirect to third party website, cybercriminals may receive a payment. Editor’s pick | Redmi 9 Power Will Be Unveiled On December 17

Below is the list of Malicious Google Chrome extensions

  • Direct Message for Instagram™
  • Instagram Download Video & Image
  • App Phone for Instagram
  • Universal Video Downloader
  • Video Downloader for FaceBook™
  • Vimeo™ Video Downloader
  • Volume Controller
  • Stories for Instagram
  • Upload photo to Instagram™
  • Pretty Kitty, The Cat Pet
  • Video Downloader for YouTube
  • SoundCloud Music Downloader
  • Instagram App with Direct Message DM

Below is the list of Malicious Microsoft Edge extensions

  • Direct Message for Instagram™
  • Instagram Download Video & Image
  • App Phone for Instagram
  • Universal Video Downloader
  • Video Downloader for FaceBook™
  • Vimeo™ Video Downloader
  • Volume Controller
  • Stories for Instagram
  • Upload photo to Instagram™
  • Pretty Kitty, The Cat Pet
  • Video Downloader for YouTube
  • SoundCloud Music Downloader
  • Instagram App with Direct Message DM

However, Google or Microsoft hasn’t replied on the report, Avast recommends the users to uninstall and remove the listed extension from the browser.

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