Google Chrome Extensions: A Risk to Crypto Owners?
Google Chrome extensions are a convenient way to enhance your browsing experience. However, a recent study by Incogni raises concerns for users, especially those who have downloaded AI-powered apps. The study reveals that many of these extensions collect user data, including sensitive information like network monitoring and keystrokes.
Key Points:
- 15 out of 70 AI-powered extensions collect user data, posing a risk to crypto owners.
- 69% of investigated extensions have a high “risk impact” due to the permissions they require.
- 10 AI-powered writing extensions were found to have a high risk impact.
- Personal assistants ask for the greatest number of permissions and collect the most user data.
- Extensions with high risk impact and risk likelihood are the most concerning, totaling 10 extensions.
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These findings highlight the potential dangers of using certain Chrome extensions. Keystroke logging, a common practice among these extensions, can expose users’ private keys and jeopardize their funds.
Hot Take: Crypto owners should be particularly cautious when using personal assistants as Chrome extensions. These extensions not only put digital assets at risk but also collect payment and financial information, endangering users’ fiat currency as well.
