Hackers hijack a wide range of companies' Chrome extensions, experts say

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-Hackers have compromised several different companies' Chrome browser extensions in a series of intrusions dating back to mid-December, according to one of the victims and experts who have examined the campaign.

"I'm almost certain this is not targeted to Cyberhaven," Blasco said.

A message seeking comment from Alphabet, which makes the Chrome browser, was not immediately returned.

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Topics: Mid-december Extension Blasco Chrome Cyberhaven Data Compromised Browser Companies Extensions Cyber

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Published On: 2024-12-28 @ 00:20:09 (20 hours ago)

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