Extension Details
Context-Aware Verdict
The extension has a relatively small user base of 5,000 users, which limits community validation. While it maintains a high rating of 4.7 stars, this is based on only 15 reviews, making the sample size too small for reliable assessment. The lack of developer information and company details raises transparency concerns. The generic name "Add Pro Ad Blocker" could indicate a potentially opportunistic extension trying to capitalize on popular ad-blocking functionality.
The most significant concern is the broad host permissions (<all_urls>) combined with scripting capabilities, which grants the extension access to all websites and the ability to modify their content. While these permissions are technically necessary for ad-blocking functionality, they create substantial potential for abuse. The declarativeNetRequestWithHostAccess permission, while appropriate for blocking network requests, amplifies the risk when combined with universal site access. The storage permission allows data collection and retention, which could be problematic without clear privacy policies.
Consider running this extension in a separate Chrome profile to isolate potential risks from your main browsing activities. Alternatively, use well-established ad blockers like uBlock Origin or AdBlock Plus, which have larger user bases, transparent development teams, and proven track records. If you choose to keep this extension, regularly monitor your browsing behavior for unusual activity and avoid using it while accessing sensitive websites like banking or personal accounts.
Findings
Security Analysis Details
Required Permissions:
- declarativeNetRequestWithHostAccess
- scripting
- activeTab
- storage
Host Permissions:
- <all_urls>
Embedded URLs (742 total):
| https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdi3_m1C4Wf_6ndoGA1djD3tgBpousHTvClrtU08AtUQv11Zw/viewform?usp=header | https://forums.lanik.us/ | |
| https://easylist.to/ | https://easylist.to/pages/licence.html | |
| https://github.com/easylist/easylist/issues | https://github.com/easylist/easylist/pulls | |
| https://github.com/easylist/easylist/issues/11123 | https://github.com/easylist/easylist/commit/6295313 | |
| https://github.com/easylist/easylist/issues/5054 | https://github.com/NanoMeow/QuickReports/issues/198 | |
| https://github.com/uBlockOrigin/uAssets/issues/2364 | https://jdrucker.com/gold | |
| https://ourgoldguy.com/contact/ | http://clicks.totemcash.com/ | |
| http://mypillow.com/ | http://www.mypillow.com/ | |
| https://aads.com/campaigns/ | https://ad.admitad.com/ | |
| https://ad1.adfarm1.adition.com/ | https://affiliate.fastcomet.com/ | |
| https://antiagingbed.com/discount/ | https://ap.octopuspop.com/click/ | |
| https://awbbjmp.com/ | https://charmingdatings.life/ | |
| https://clicks.affstrack.com/ | https://cpa.10kfreesilver.com/ | |
| https://glersakr.com/ | https://go.xlrdr.com | |
| https://ilovemyfreedoms.com/landing- | https://istlnkcl.com/ | |
| https://join.girlsoutwest.com/ | https://join.playboyplus.com/track/ | |
| https://join3.bannedsextapes.com | https://mylead.global/stl/ | |
| https://mypatriotsupply.com/ | https://mypillow.com/ | |
| https://mystore.com/ | https://noqreport.com/ | |
| https://optimizedelite.com/ | https://rapidgator.net/article/premium/ref/ | |
| https://shiftnetwork.infusionsoft.com/go/ | https://track.aftrk1.com/ | |
| https://track.fiverr.com/visit/ | https://turtlebids.irauctions.com/ | |
| https://url.totaladblock.com/ | https://wct.link/click? | |
| https://wwp.hoqodd.com/redirect-zone/ | https://www.avantlink.com/click.php | |
| https://www.brighteonstore.com/products/ | https://www.cloudways.com/en/?id | |
| https://www.herbanomic.com/ | https://www.hostg.xyz/ | |
| https://www.mypatriotsupply.com/ | https://www.mypillow.com/ | |
| https://www.profitablegatecpm.com/ | https://www.restoro.com/ | |
| https://www.targetingpartner.com/ | https://zone.gotrackier.com/ | |
| https://zstacklife.com/ | https://1337x.vpnonly.site/ | |
| http://ads.trafficjunky.net/ | https://vulpix.bet/?ref= | |
| https://www.friendlyduck.com/AF_ | http://adultfriendfinder.com/go/ | |
| http://annulmentequitycereals.com/ | http://avthelkp.net/ | |
| http://bongacams.com/track? | http://cam4com.go2cloud.org/aff_c? | |
| http://coefficienttolerategravel.com/ | http://com-1.pro/ | |
| http://eslp34af.click/ | http://handgripvegetationhols.com/ | |
| http://li.blogtrottr.com/click? | http://muzzlematrix.com/ | |
| http://partners.etoro.com/ | http://premonitioninventdisagree.com/ | |
| http://revolvemockerycopper.com/ | http://roadcontagion.com/ | |
| http://sarcasmadvisor.com/ | http://stickingrepute.com/ |
Raw Manifest
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