Extension Details
Context-Aware Verdict
The extension has a reasonable user base of 20,000 downloads and maintains a solid 4.3-star rating, indicating general user satisfaction. The domain "retrobowl.me" suggests it's related to retro gaming content, which aligns with the extension's stated purpose. The use of Manifest V3 demonstrates compliance with modern Chrome extension standards and security practices.
The primary concern is the lack of detailed technical information available for analysis. Without visibility into specific permissions, host permissions, or content scripts, it's difficult to fully assess potential security implications. The limited number of reviews (16) relative to the user base suggests either recent release or low user engagement. The absence of detailed developer information reduces transparency about the extension's creator.
This extension appears to be relatively low risk based on available information, but users should exercise standard caution. Consider installing it in a separate Chrome profile if you're particularly security-conscious, especially given the limited technical details available. Monitor the extension's behavior after installation and be alert to any unexpected network activity or permission requests. Check for regular updates from the developer to ensure ongoing security maintenance. If you notice any suspicious behavior or if the extension requests additional permissions in future updates, consider removing it immediately.
Findings
Security Analysis Details
Embedded URLs (14 total):
| https://clients2.google.com/service/update2/crx | https://retrogames.ee | |
| https://reactjs.org/docs/error-decoder.html?invariant= | http://www.w3.org/1999/xlink | |
| http://www.w3.org/XML/1998/namespace | http://www.w3.org/2000/svg | |
| http://www.w3.org/1998/Math/MathML | http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml | |
| https://raw.githubusercontent.com/antrachhuynh/retrogames/main/src/data.json | https://github.com/adobe/react-spectrum/issues/2320 | |
| https://react-spectrum.adobe.com/react-aria/useMove.html | https://cutewallpaper.org/21/retro-game-wallpapers/1920x1080-Retro-Gaming-Background-131-Retro-Hd-Wallpapers-.jpg | |
| https://github.com/antrachhuynh/retrogames | https://topretrogames.vercel.app/static/media/pressstart2p-webfont.aae968ab0bd94618351f.woff |
Raw Manifest
{ "name": "Retro Games", "icons": { "16": "img/16x16.png", "48": "img/48x48.png", "128": "img/128x128.png", "256": "img/256x256.png" }, "action": { "default_icon": { "16": "img/16x16.png", "48": "img/48x48.png", "128": "img/128x128.png", "256": "img/256x256.png" }, "default_popup": "index.html", "default_title": "Click to open popup" }, "version": "1.0.0", "update_url": "https://clients2.google.com/service/update2/crx", "description": "Love retro games? Here's a complete list of all the best retro games, from 8-bit to 16-bit and everything in between!", "homepage_url": "https://retrogames.ee", "options_page": "index.html", "version_name": "1.0.0", "offline_enabled": true, "manifest_version": 3 }
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