Extension Details
Context-Aware Verdict
The extension has a reasonable rating of 4.2 stars from 32 reviews, indicating generally positive user experiences. The developer maintains a dedicated website (mathstud.io) which suggests some level of legitimacy and investment in the product. The name "MathStudio" clearly indicates its purpose as a mathematical tool, which aligns with user expectations.
The primary concern is the use of Manifest Version 2, which lacks the enhanced security protections of Manifest V3. This older framework provides fewer restrictions on extension behavior and data access. The limited information available about the extension's permissions and technical details makes it difficult to fully assess potential privacy or security risks. The relatively small user base (only 32 ratings) suggests limited community vetting.
This extension appears to be relatively safe for general use given its low overall risk assessment and clear mathematical purpose. However, users should monitor for updates that migrate to Manifest V3 for improved security. If you frequently work with sensitive mathematical data or documents, consider testing the extension's behavior before using it on critical work. The low user count means less community oversight, so pay attention to any unusual behavior or permission requests during use.
Findings
Security Analysis Details
Embedded URLs (3 total):
| https://clients2.google.com/service/update2/crx | http://mathstud.io/ | |
| http://mathstud.io/?input=welcome |
Raw Manifest
{ "app": { "urls": [ "http://mathstud.io/" ], "launch": { "web_url": "http://mathstud.io/?input=welcome" } }, "name": "MathStudio", "icons": { "128": "icon_128.png" }, "author": "Pomegranate Apps", "version": "6.4", "short_name": "MathStudio", "update_url": "https://clients2.google.com/service/update2/crx", "description": "Math for the modern web browser.", "manifest_version": 2 }
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