Recent research from SquareX reveals alarming vulnerabilities associated with browser extensions. The study highlights a new attack methodology allowing malicious actors to seize complete control of a device directly through the browser. Exploiting a seemingly benign process, attackers leverage a 'silent switch trick' to sign users into a rogue Chrome profile that disables critical security measures. By prompting synchronization with deceptive prompts, users unknowingly expose their credentials. Once the extension manipulates user accounts, attackers can escalate further for extensive data breaches, emphasizing the need for heightened security awareness regarding browser extensions.
The attack relies on the installation of a malicious browser extension that facilitates a silent takeover of a user's entire device via invisible maneuvers.
Once a user is unwittingly signed into a rogue Chrome profile, significant security features are disabled, leading to potential data breaches and device control.
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