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A recent investigation uncovered that several Chrome extensions — collectively installed over 6 million times — contained hidden tracking code designed to monitor users' online activities without their consent.
These extensions, disguised as helpful tools like file converters and webpage editors, secretly connected to external servers to fetch and execute tracking scripts.
Why you should care:
- Your browsing data could have been exposed or sold without your knowledge.
- The Chrome Web Store has removed some of these extensions, but not before millions were impacted.
How to stay safe:
- Only install extensions from trusted developers.
- Review permissions before adding an extension.
- Regularly audit your installed extensions and remove any you don’t recognize.
Data privacy is critical. Stay vigilant and protect your digital footprint.
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