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Browser Extension Management Risks and Tools

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Browser extensions pose significant security risks for enterprises due to their ability to execute privileged code, access sensitive data, and intercept network requests. These risks stem from both malicious and poorly vetted extensions, as well as supply chain attacks on trusted extensions. Keep Aware has published a Buyer’s Guide to Browser Extension Management to help security and IT leaders achieve comprehensive visibility, control, and real-time response across browser environments. The guide discusses the technical risks associated with browser extensions and compares various approaches to managing these risks. It highlights the strengths and limitations of different methods, including GPO/MDM policies, EDR/vulnerability management tools, enterprise browsers, and browser security extensions.

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  1. 11.09.2025 17:01 1 articles · 18d ago

    Keep Aware Publishes Buyer’s Guide to Browser Extension Management

    Keep Aware has released a comprehensive guide to help security and IT leaders manage browser extension risks. The guide discusses the technical risks posed by browser extensions and compares various management approaches, including GPO/MDM policies, EDR/vulnerability management tools, enterprise browsers, and browser security extensions. It highlights the strengths and limitations of each method, providing organizations with the information needed to make informed decisions about browser extension management.

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  • Browser extensions can execute privileged code, access sensitive DOM elements, intercept network requests, and exfiltrate data.

    First reported: 11.09.2025 17:01
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  • Modern browser extensions have capabilities that allow persistent monitoring and code execution, including permissions to observe and modify user activities, background scripts, content scripts, and access to cookies, localStorage, clipboard, and user credentials.

    First reported: 11.09.2025 17:01
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  • Malicious or poorly vetted extensions can harvest sensitive business data, expose employee credentials, or serve as entry points for broader network intrusions.

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  • Trusted extensions can become compromised through supply chain attacks or hijacked developer accounts.

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  • GPO/MDM policies are useful for basic whitelisting and compliance but lack active enforcement or monitoring capabilities.

    First reported: 11.09.2025 17:01
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  • EDR/vulnerability management tools detect outdated or known-vulnerable extensions but do not provide proactive protection.

    First reported: 11.09.2025 17:01
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  • Enterprise browsers offer strong policy controls but face adoption and user experience challenges.

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  • Browser security extensions, such as those offered by Keep Aware, provide cross-browser protection, enforce extension policies, and detect malicious behavior without limiting productivity.

    First reported: 11.09.2025 17:01
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