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Exodus Web3 Wallet

Version 26.3.11 View in Chrome Web Store

Last scanned: about 7 hours ago

Extension Details

Developer: Exodus Movement, Inc.
Rating: 3.4 ★ (82 ratings)
Users: 100,000

Context-Aware Verdict

MEDIUM
Overall Risk
Trust Factors:

The extension is developed by Exodus Movement, Inc., a well-established cryptocurrency wallet company with a solid reputation in the crypto space. With 100,000 users, it has achieved reasonable adoption, though the 3.4-star rating from 82 reviews suggests mixed user experiences. The extension uses Manifest V3, indicating compliance with modern Chrome security standards.

Concerns:

The extension has extensive host permissions covering numerous DeFi platforms, DEXs, and NFT marketplaces, which creates a broad attack surface. While these permissions align with Web3 wallet functionality, they allow the extension to interact with sensitive financial platforms where users handle cryptocurrency transactions. The unlimited storage permission, while necessary for blockchain data caching, could potentially be misused. The relatively low rating compared to other major wallet extensions raises some user satisfaction concerns.

Recommendations:

Consider running this extension in a dedicated Chrome profile for crypto activities to isolate it from other browsing. Only use it on the whitelisted DeFi platforms it's designed for, and avoid enabling it on general browsing sessions. Regularly review connected sites and permissions in the extension settings. Given the financial nature of Web3 wallets, ensure you're downloading from the official Chrome Web Store and verify the developer identity. Consider using hardware wallet integration when available for additional security layers.

Findings

MEDIUM
Medium-Risk Permission: storage
This extension has the storage permission. Can store data locally.
MEDIUM
Medium-Risk Permission: unlimitedStorage
This extension has the unlimitedStorage permission. Can store unlimited data locally.