TextTeaser Browser Extension
Version 0.3 View in Chrome Web Store
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Extension Details
Developer:
textteaser.com
Rating:
4.0 ★
(8 ratings)
Size:
180KiB
Last Updated:
May 24, 2015
Users:
981
Context-Aware Verdict
This section provides a Claude-based AI analysis that applies additional context to the risk. Results are not guaranteed to be accurate.
MEDIUM
Risk Level
Trust Factors:
- The extension has a relatively low number of users (981), which could indicate a lack of widespread adoption or vetting.
- The developer information is limited, making it difficult to assess the reputation or trustworthiness of the author.
- The extension has not been updated since 2015, which raises concerns about its compatibility with modern browsers and potential security vulnerabilities.
Concerns:
- The "tabs" permission allows the extension to access and manipulate browser tabs, which could potentially be exploited for malicious purposes, such as hijacking browsing sessions or redirecting users to malicious websites.
- The use of an older manifest version (Manifest Version 2) indicates that the extension may not adhere to the latest security best practices and restrictions implemented in Manifest Version 3.
Recommendations:
- Exercise caution when installing and using this extension, as it has not been updated in several years and may pose security risks.
- Consider using alternative extensions from reputable developers that have been recently updated and have a larger user base, as this can provide a better indication of their trustworthiness and security.
- If you decide to use this extension, it is recommended to run it in a separate browser profile or a sandboxed environment to minimize potential risks to your primary browsing environment.
- Regularly review the permissions and behavior of the extension to ensure it is not exhibiting any suspicious or unwanted activities.
Security Analysis
This section provides a detailed analysis of the extension's security posture, without broader context. Assumes worst-case impact.
MEDIUM
Overall Risk
Based on 2 total findings, ranked without considering overall context, including 1 high-risk and 1 medium-risk findings.
HIGH
High-Risk Permission: tabs
This extension has the tabs permission. Can access browser tab information and manipulate tabs. This could potentially be used maliciously to compromise security or privacy.
MEDIUM
Older Manifest Version
This extension uses Manifest Version 2, which has fewer security restrictions than Manifest V3. Consider using extensions that have upgraded to V3.
Security Analysis Details
Required Permissions:
- http://textteaser.com/
- http://127.0.0.1:5000/
- http://www.textteaser.com/
- tabs
Embedded URLs (5 total):
| https://clients2.google.com/service/update2/crx | http://textteaser.com/ | |
| http://127.0.0.1:5000/ | http://www.textteaser.com/ | |
| http://extension.textteaser.com/ |
Raw Manifest
{ "name": "TextTeaser Browser Extension", "icons": { "16": "assets/icons/logo16.png", "32": "assets/icons/logo32.png", "48": "assets/icons/logo48.png", "128": "assets/icons/logo128.png" }, "author": "DataTeaser", "version": "0.3", "short_name": "TextTeaser", "update_url": "https://clients2.google.com/service/update2/crx", "description": "TextTeaser Extension allows you to summarize web articles easily with just a single click.", "permissions": [ "http://textteaser.com/", "http://127.0.0.1:5000/", "http://www.textteaser.com/", "tabs" ], "homepage_url": "http://www.textteaser.com/", "browser_action": { "default_icon": "assets/icons/logo16.png", "default_popup": "popup.html" }, "manifest_version": 2 }
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