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82 Chrome Extensions Found Selling User Data, 6.5 Million Users Affected
LayerX research finds 82 Chrome extensions collecting and selling user data, affecting at least 6.5 million users through disclosed but concerning practices.
Fake TikTok Downloaders on Chrome and Edge Spying on 130,000 Users
Over 130,000 users are at risk from fake TikTok downloader extensions on Chrome and Microsoft Edge. Researchers discovered these malicious tools use device fingerprinting to spy on users and steal sensitive browser data.
Claude Code Can Be Manipulated via CLAUDE.md to Run SQL Injection Attacks
LayerX researchers have discovered how to bypass Claude Code’s safety rules using the CLAUDE.md file. This exploit allows…
16 Fake ChatGPT Extensions Caught Hijacking User Accounts
A coordinated campaign of 16 malicious GPT optimisers has been caught hijacking ChatGPT accounts. These tools steal session tokens to access private chats, Slack, and Google Drive files.
GhostPoster Browser Malware Hid for 5 Years With 840,000 Installs
Researchers uncover a 5-year malware campaign using browser extensions on Chrome, Firefox and Edge, relying on hidden payloads and shared infrastructure.
‘ChatGPT Tainted Memories’ Exploit Enables Command Injection in Atlas Browser
LayerX Security found a flaw in OpenAI’s ChatGPT Atlas browser that lets attackers inject commands into its memory, posing major security and phishing risks.
LayerX Security Raises $24M for Browser Security: Empowering Secure Remote Work
Early adoption by Fortune 100 companies worldwide, LayerX already secures more users than any other browser security solution and enables unmatched security, performance and experience
LayerX’s Browser Security Survey Reveals: 87% of SaaS Adopters Exposed to Browser-borne Attacks in the Past Year
The first-ever browser security survey of CISOs’ security practices reveals CISOs’ struggles, displeasure with current security solutions and cloud concerns.